SDG 13 RESEARCH
Estimation of solar radiation of clear sky using non- linear methods case study: Fuerteventura (Spain)
The knowledge of irradiation in a geographical area is very important for multiple areas for the development of the area. Current calculation systems are based on statistical models of measurements of ground stations, or by external radiation calculations by satellite models. In this paper we show another method of calculation, [...]
Low energy, low-tech building design for the extreme cold of antarctica
The purpose of this research was to propose and build a sustainable, low-impact, optimized, modular lodge, to facilitate scientific studies in the Antarctic. Within this unique climate, this paper presents new environmental and sustainable approach for the extreme cold. The Polar Lodge was designed and built with a primary concern [...]
Global warming awareness among the University of Bahrain science students
This study was designed to investigate the awareness regarding global warming among the College of Science students at University of Bahrain. A total of 143 science students were examined using a questionnaire that covered three aspects of global warming including causes, impacts, and solutions. The study included 51, 28, 40 [...]
SDG 13 BLOGS
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University of Bahrain Environment and Sustainable Development PhD Program
The University of Bahrain’s PhD program in Environment and Sustainable Development (ESD) focuses on environmental sustainability, with an emphasis on the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. The program equips students with the knowledge and perspectives needed to answer important questions about diverse environmental problems. Nearly all colleges at the University of [...]
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UoB GHG Inventory Team
The University of Bahrain team for Green House Gas (GHG) inventory was established in 2017 as part of the Supreme Council for Environment, and the United Nations Development Program. The University team aim to release the Bahrain Third National Communication Report under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. [...]
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University of Bahrain Environment and Sustainable Development M.Sc. Programs
The University of Bahrain and the Prince’s Foundation (UK) jointly offer a Master’s program in Environment and Sustainable Development (ESD). The Prince’s Foundation is one of the international establishments specialized in design, planning and urban development that contributes to postgraduate studies in sustainable urbanism in partnership with universities in the [...]
SDG 13 Events
Air Pollution workshop in collaboration with British Embassy
In collaboration with British embassy in Bahrain, University of Bahrain hosted the air pollution forum, which presented the current situation of air pollution in Bahrain and in the region. Around 200 researchers from UoB, other universities and industrial sectors have attended this forum and shared knowledge and experiences in [...]
The 2nd International Conference on Sustainability and Resilience
The International Conference on Sustainability and Resilience is the second of the series of conferences and provides an international forum for presentations and discussion of research in all areas related to Sustainability and Resilience. This year’s special focus and theme for keynote speakers about Sustainability and resilience of engineering, [...]
Sustainable Development Week (Climate Change Action)
Prof. Manfred A. Lange, the director of Future Earth Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Center in Cyprus has given a workshop about Global Changes in the Middle East and North Africa and Mitigation-/Adaptation Strategies to the enrolled PhD students in the Environment and Sustainability program provided [...]
SDG 13 PARTNERSHIPS
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UNDP, UoB sign Project Document to promote the SDGs
Dr. Riyadh Hamza, President of the University of Bahrain, along with Stefano Pettinato, Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme in Bahrain, sign a project document to promote the Sustainable Development Goals. 24th December 2019 Dr. Riyadh Hamza, President of the University of Bahrain, along with Stefano Pettinato, Resident [...]
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The University of Bahrain Partners with Loughborough University
As part of the University’s efforts to implement the sustainable development goals (SDGs), the University signed a two-years research collaboration agreement with Loughborough University in 2017. This collaboration is the result of the United Kingdom’s initiative to encourage scientific research collaboration between British universities and universities in the GCC. The [...]
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The University of Bahrain Partners with Ministry of Transportation & Telecommunications
The University of Bahrain signed a memorandum of understanding in July 2018 with the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications through the Civil Aviation Affairs to establish collaboration in the field of meteorology transportation and communications. The agreement includes offering an MSc program and a Minor in Weather Forecasts which provides [...]