Studying the Possibility of Transitioning to Green Libraries: The central Library of Diyala University as a Model

Abstract

The concept of green libraries is gaining momentum as people become more aware of the importance of sustainability. There are several reasons for this, including the need to conserve natural resources and reduce the carbon footprint of buildings. However, there are also challenges and pressures that call for specialists to move towards a sustainable green future. To draw the attention of officials and specialists towards building green libraries, it is important to take into account the elements that must be present in such buildings. One such example is the central library of Diyalah University, which is newly built and in use. The library is surrounded by green gardens on all sides and benefits from rain and river water. The vertical design of the building facilitates investment in natural elements such as air, water, and light, making it an ideal model for green academic libraries.

As a model so it was:

• The building is newly built and in use.
• The building is not surrounded by any buildings on all sides.
• The building is vertical, not horizontal, which facilitates investment in the natural elements of the environment Climate is like air, water and light.
• The presence of green spaces, as it reached the area of ​​green gardens that surround the library from all sides (4000m²).

The central library at Diyalah University benefits from rain water as well as river water