Under the patronage of the University President, Prof. Dr. Zainab Al-Sultani, the Women’s Affairs Division, in cooperation with the College of Engineering and Information Technology and the Continuing Education Center, organized a scientific workshop entitled “Towards a Green University Using Energy Management Systems.” The workshop was presented by Assistant Lecturer Maisoon Safi Yasser from the Department of Architecture Engineering, with the participation of academic and administrative staff members as well as a number of students, within the framework of the university’s orientation toward adopting sustainability concepts and modernizing educational infrastructure.

 

The workshop addressed the concept of the “Green University” as an integrated system based on achieving a balance between operational efficiency and environmental preservation through the implementation of Energy Management Systems (EMS/BMS) in the design and operation of university buildings.

 

It highlighted the role of these smart systems in monitoring and analyzing energy consumption, as well as integrating mechanical and electrical systems within a centralized control system that contributes to reducing waste and lowering carbon emissions. The workshop also reviewed the main components of these systems and their applications in educational and service environments.

 

In addition, the workshop explored the principles of green architectural design, including solar orientation, thermal insulation, natural ventilation, and the integration of renewable energy sources, supported by international examples and environmental performance indicators reflecting the potential scale of achievable savings.

 

The workshop concluded by emphasizing that the integration of energy management systems with sustainable design is no longer an option, but rather a strategic necessity for building modern universities that provide advanced educational environments while achieving economic efficiency and long-term sustainability.