كلية البوليتكنك الهندسية / البصرة

Under the patronage of the President of Southern Technical University, Professor Dr. Adnan Abdullah Atiq, and under the supervision of the Dean of Basra Engineering Polytechnic College, Assistant Professor Dr. Diyah Kammel Shary, the College’s University Psychological Counseling Unit, in collaboration with the General Company for Southern Electricity Distribution and the College’s Media and Government Communication Division, organized an awareness seminar entitled “Rationalizing Energy Consumption in Basra Governorate and the Importance of Solar Energy Systems.”

The seminar was held in the College’s Central Conference Hall and delivered by Chief Principal Engineer Asmaa Abdul Wahid Abdul Jalil.

The speaker highlighted the importance of conserving electricity, its role in reducing waste and preserving natural resources, and the significance of solar energy systems as a clean, renewable energy source. She also discussed the potential applications of these systems in homes, institutions, and various projects.

The seminar addressed several key topics, including practical ways to reduce electricity consumption, the use of energy-efficient appliances, and switching off unused devices. It also examined how solar energy systems can reduce electricity costs in the long term, decrease dependence on fossil fuels, and limit environmentally harmful emissions.

Furthermore, the seminar emphasized the importance of raising public awareness of responsible energy consumption and promoting practices that help protect the environment and achieve sustainable development, particularly in light of rising temperatures and increased demand for electricity during the summer.

This seminar forms part of the College’s awareness activities aimed at enhancing environmental awareness and fostering a culture of energy conservation, thereby supporting the transition towards a more sustainable future and more efficient use of resources.