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Local education programmes on climate
Qassim University demonstrates a steadfast commitment to fostering environmental awareness and climate literacy through comprehensive local educational initiatives . By organizing specialized conferences, such as the geographical conferences on Saudi environment and protected areas, alongside targeted academic seminars and public awareness lectures—such as sessions focusing on the evidence of climate change in Saudi Arabia—the university actively engages both its internal academic community and the wider regional public. These programs are designed to build local capacities, disseminate scientific knowledge on climate risks and adaptation strategies, and instill sustainable practices across society, reinforcing Qassim University’s pivotal role as an educational leader in driving regional climate action and environmental responsibility.
Geographical Conference for Environment and Saudi Reserves: Towards Sustainable Development
Qassim University organized the Geographical Conference for Environment and Saudi Reserves under the theme ‘Towards Sustainable Development’, serving as an educational and scientific platform for local community awareness on environmental conservation, climate impact, and natural reserve management.
The Second International Conference on Natural Resource Sustainability
Qassim University hosted the Second International Conference on Natural Resource Sustainability, featuring 5 panel discussions and specialized scientific sessions covering environmental protection, sustainable resource management, and local community education on climate resilience.
Qassim University participates in the 1st Qassim International Environmental Forum
Qassim University actively participated in the 1st Qassim International Environmental Forum, presenting educational awareness initiatives, research on climate adaptation, and community environmental protection programs.
Cooperation agreement with Wa'i Environmental Society for climate awareness
The President of Qassim University received the Chairman of Wa’i Environmental Society to enhance community partnership, launch joint local educational programs on environmental awareness, and conduct climate-oriented public workshops.
Participation of Sustainable Development Center in developing Sho'aib Al-Tarfiyah
The Sustainable Development Center at Qassim University participated in the environmental rehabilitation and community development of Sho’aib Al-Tarfiyah, integrating local educational activities and field awareness on land restoration and ecosystem protection.
Qassim University wins the Qassim Award for Excellence and Innovation for Sustainable Development
HRH the Governor of Qassim honored the University, represented by the Sustainable Development Center, for winning the Qassim Award for Excellence and Innovation in recognition of its impactful local educational programs on climate, environment, and sustainability.
Workshop of the Standing Committee for Energy Management with the Saudi Energy Efficiency Center
The University’s Standing Committee for Energy Management, with the Saudi Energy Efficiency Center, held a workshop on consumption patterns and rationalization in air-conditioning, lighting and vehicles.
Engineering students visit the Ar Rass 2 solar power plant
On 28 October 2025 the College of Engineering student club organised a field visit for 22 students to the Ar Rass 2 solar power plant operated by ACWA Power, where they learned how electricity is generated from solar energy on a large scale and saw clean-energy technology in operation.
University participation in the First Qassim International Environment Forum
Qassim University, represented by the Sustainable Development Center, took part in the two-day First Qassim International Environment Forum at King Khalid Cultural Center in Buraidah. It presented to the public its green-campus practices, including policies to raise energy efficiency and expand clean energy through the solar energy project and full reliance on treated water for irrigation, together with its research in water, energy and climate. It also highlighted its community role through the Sustainable Development Center: environmental studies, consultations and specialised training programmes, and community partnerships and volunteer initiatives across the cities and governorates of the region.
Qassim University Engineering Club discusses the role of solar energy in boosting the national economy according to Vision 2030
Engineering Club Qassim University researches roles Solar energy In strengthening the national economy according to Vision 2030
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The Engineering Student Club at Qassim University’s College of Engineering organized, along with the organization “ASME”In partnership with the Saudi Council of Engineers, a lecture titled “The Role of Solar energy In strengthening the national economy in line with Vision 2030.
Dr. Radwan Abdel Ghani spoke during his lecture about the pillars on which the vision relies: a vibrant society, a prosperous economy, and an ambitious nation, and the importance of energy in achieving these pillars. This lecture was part of the multiple programs organized by the Engineering Student Club to raise the competency of engineering college students and those interested in this field. The lecture received great attention from the students due to its importance and the information it contained, which explained the role of solar energy in Vision 2030.
For their part, a number of members of the Engineering Student Club affirmed that the club will continue to hold lectures that will develop students and raise their efficiency in line with the Saudi Vision 2030.
The lecture was held at the Engineering College theater with more than 120 attendees, including the Dean of the Engineering College, Dr. Fahd Al-Mofadi, his deputies, and a number of faculty members, engineers, and students.
Hackathon “Wind Turbine: From Design to Operation”
The eighth Engineering Scientific Forum included an engineering hackathon, “Wind Turbine: From Design to Operation”, designed by the forum’s enrichment-activities committee from the Mechanical Engineering department. Teams of male and female students from all departments of the College of Engineering assembled the turbine components, designed the required parts and produced them by 3D printing; all teams succeeded in operating their turbines after manufacturing and assembly, and all participating teams were honoured and awarded.
Qassim University Launches Comprehensive Awareness Campaigns to Enhance Sustainability Literacy Across Campus
This institutional initiative reflects Qassim University’s dedication to Sustainability Literacy by organizing university-wide educational workshops, student seminars, and interactive campaigns focused on environmental conservation, energy saving, and resource efficiency. The program is designed to build foundational environmental awareness and practical sustainability competencies among all incoming students and staff.
Qassim University Participates in the 2026 Buraidah International Date Carnival
This major public engagement initiative advances Sustainability Literacy by providing visitors, farmers, and community members with interactive educational exhibits on sustainable date palm cultivation, smart pest control, and agricultural resource conservation. Through expert-led consultations and educational materials, the university actively fosters public knowledge in sustainable food systems, regional agricultural resilience, and eco-friendly farming practices.
Qassim University Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Shell to Enhance Cooperation in Engineering Innovation
This strategic academic agreement advances Education for SDGs: specific courses on sustainability by integrating joint industry-aligned modules, clean energy technologies, and sustainable engineering principles into the university’s instructional framework. Through hands-on learning courses and collaborative innovation tracks with Shell, students gain direct access to practical coursework in sustainable energy transitions.
Specialized Workshops and Practical Experiences Enrich the Eighth Engineering Scientific Forum
This academic event reinforces Qassim University’s focus on Education for SDGs: specific courses on sustainability by providing intensive technical workshops and applied learning sessions focused on sustainable engineering design, smart infrastructure, and green technology application. These specialized short courses offer practical training that enhances student competencies in addressing modern sustainability challenges.
Qassim University and General Authority for Food Security Launch "Food Loss and Waste Hackathon
This collaborative initiative demonstrates Qassim University’s Education for SDGs commitment to meaningful education by engaging students, researchers, and innovators in practical, hands-on problem-solving across the food value chain. By hosting hackathon tracks focused on digital technology, supply chain optimization, and behavioral awareness in partnership with national authorities, the university fosters experiential learning, sustainability-driven innovation, and active contributions toward food security and national development goals
Greening Courses Project
A strategic project within the Qassim University Plan (2021-2025) explicitly aiming to affirm the university’s commitment to making sustainability a cornerstone of its educational programs. This project is designed to integrate sustainability concepts into the curricula across at least eight broad knowledge areas in all colleges, ensuring the education is relevant and applicable to all students.
Protection of Natural Reserves.
This tweet promotes a student awareness lecture focusing on the importance of protecting natural reserves and preserving biodiversity, which are essential for environmental balance and climate change mitigation.
Qassim University Center for Sustainable Development Hosts Community Training Workshops on Eco-Friendly Practices
This outreach program highlights Qassim University’s strong commitment to Sustainability Literacy by engaging students and the broader community in practical training sessions covering waste reduction, water conservation, and recycling methods. Through experiential learning, the university fosters a culture of environmental responsibility and long-term ecological literacy.
Goal-related news
Within the framework of the cooperation agreement between Al-Qassim University and the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, the university, represented by the Faculty of Engineering, held a specialized training program for the teachers conducting the educational process at the Al-Mohebbin School of Advanced Industries for two days on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, with the aim of qualifying them to implement the specialized curricula and achieve their educational objectives in accordance with the academic model approved by the school. The program is an extension of the university’s role in establishing the […]
2026-08-20
The university, represented by the General Administration for Maintenance and Services, continues its participation in the seventh phase of the “Qassim Green Land” campaign, which launched on Sunday, 23/7/1442 AH, and will last for 30 days. The university aims to plant approximately 10,000 seedlings of various trees throughout the university city and its various locations, under the direction and supervision of His Excellency Professor Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Hamad [...]
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