Event Category: Centre for Environmental Studies (CES)

Environmental Training Courses

Centre for Environmental Studies (CES) at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH), in cooperation with the Amal Organisation and the International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF), is organising a series of training courses on critical water and environmental topics. These courses are designed to provide participants with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in the fields of […]

October 28, 2024

The Qaysariya of the Tailors and the Bazar of Erbil: A Living Heritage – History, Documentation, and Current Challenges

UKH Centre for Environmental Studies (CES) and the Academic Research Institute in Iraq (TARII) are partnering to organise a special event about the history of the Qaysariya of Erbil and its unique value to the city’s identity. The recent tragic fire at the Qaysariya is a strong reminder of the importance of taking action to […]

July 1, 2024

World Environment Day

Since 1973, June 5 has been recognised as World Environment Day (WED) by the United Nations (UN). According to the UN, June 5 is the largest global platform for environmental public outreach and is celebrated by millions of people across the world. This year, it will be hosted in Saudi Arabia. The Centre for Environmental […]

June 3, 2024

Drought and the Impact of Climate Change on the Political, Economic, and Demographic Situation of Iraq

Iraq’s future hangs in the balance. Drought and climate change are wreaking havoc on its social, political, and economic stability. This crisis demands immediate action. Join us for a critical symposium to collaboratively develop solutions that will safeguard Iraq’s future. By analysing the profound effects of drought and climate change on Iraq’s landscapes – political, […]

April 30, 2024

State of Heritage Conservation Practice in Iraq

UKH Centre for Environmenal Studies (CES) is pleased to partner with The Grantmakers in Cultural Heritage Protection (G-CHeP) and The Academic Research Institute in Iraq (TARII) to organise a special event titled ‘State of Heritage Conservation Practice in Iraq’ on February 16th, 2024. The Convening will bring together members from the G-CHeP as well as […]

February 8, 2024

From COP28 to UKH Campus

UKH Centre for Environmental Studies (CES) collaborates with KRG’s Environmental Protection Board, UNICEF, Regreening International Company, and Together to protect Human and Environment Association for an Environmental Conservation programme titled: “From Cop28 to UKH Campus.” This event serves as a platform for the convergence of local and international experts, esteemed academics, and government officials. UKH […]

January 30, 2024

Water Crisis and Paths of Cooperation between the Federal Government and KRG

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) is glad to announce it’s cooperation with Bahr Alolom Forum to jointly organise a special workshop titled “Water Crisis and Paths of Cooperation between the Federal Government and the KRG”, on May 2nd 2023. The workshop includes discussions and findings presentations by specialised academics andexperts in UKH Centre for […]

April 22, 2023

Symposium: Climate Change and Its Impacts

For decades, global climate change has been one of the most prominent and influential concerns confronting the planet and humanity. Several international conferences and summits have been held to address the potentially catastrophic consequences. The most recent one was COP27, which was attended by more than 200 countries in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. It is worth […]

January 5, 2023

World Earth Day Event – Postponed to May 19

World Earth Day is a prestigious event that is celebrated annually on April 22nd across 193 countries around the globe. Earth Day highlights society’s concern for the environment and approaches to increasing environmental awareness. The Earth Day 2022 theme is “Invest in Our Planet”. UKH Centre for Environmental Studies (CES) intended to celebrate this event […]

April 27, 2022

World Earth Day Poster Competition

World Earth Day Event Poster Competition and Guidelines: Introduction Earth Day is a prestigious event that is celebrated annually on April 22nd across 193 countries around the globe. Earth Day highlights society’s concern for the environment and approaches to increasing environmental awareness. The Earth Day 2022 theme is “Invest in Our Planet”. The Centre for […]

April 14, 2022