Baquba:The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Environment has emphasized the importance of broadening tree-planting campaigns within educational institutions, highlighting their role in improving the local climate and promoting environmental awareness.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Dean of the College of Basic Education at Diyala University, Ayman Abdul Aoun, underscored the significance of the university environment as a vital component of the educational institution’s mission. The Dean mentioned that he hosted the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Environment for Administrative and Financial Affairs, Iktifa Mazhar Abdul Hasnawi, along with her delegation. Their visit coincided with a substantial afforestation campaign covering the college’s gardens and green areas.

This visit aims to strengthen collaboration between educational and environmental institutions, enhance environmental awareness, and activate initiatives that improve the university’s environmental conditions. It also seeks to expand the green space in alignment with sustainable development goals and climate challenge mitigation.

The afforestation campaign intends to add aesthetic and cultural benefits to the university, promote plant diversity, and help mitigate pollution and climate change effects. It also aims to instill responsible environmental behavior among students and staff. The Undersecretary reiterated the importance of these campaigns in enhancing environmental partnerships between the Ministry and universities to implement protective environmental programs.

During the campaign, various trees and seedlings were planted in the college gardens with participation from the visiting delegation, college representatives, and relevant staff, highlighting that environmental protection is a practical, institutional effort that creates a lasting green legacy for future generations.