Sharjah Public Works highlights sustainable school design

May 09, 2026 / 4:43 PM

Sharjah 24: The Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW) organised a specialised engineering lecture on the Sustainable School Design Guidelines, attended by engineers and designers. The initiative forms part of the department’s efforts to promote sustainability standards in educational facilities in line with Sharjah’s sustainable development goals.

Overview of sustainable design standards and requirements

The lecture provided a comprehensive overview of the guidelines, covering sustainable design standards, energy and water efficiency requirements, indoor air quality improvement measures, safety standards, resource management, and the design of learning spaces that encourage creativity and interaction.

Global best practices in eco-friendly school design

It also highlighted international best practices in designing environmentally friendly schools and discussed ways to adapt them to local environmental conditions and needs.

Interactive discussion on implementation and development proposals

The session saw active participation from attendees, who discussed practical applications of the guidelines and presented proposals aimed at enhancing sustainability in future school projects.

Commitment to continued knowledge exchange and sustainability awareness

At the conclusion of the lecture, the department reaffirmed its commitment to continuing such specialised sessions to support knowledge exchange and raise awareness of sustainable design practices within the education sector.