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Investing in a Sustainable Future: University Budget and Research Funding at University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa

Our Commitment to Responsible Investment

At Warith Al-Anbiyaa University, sustainability is not simply a vision — it is a financial commitment embedded within every strategic decision. Through transparent budgeting and sustained research investment, the university ensures that its operations, teaching, and innovation directly contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future for Iraq and the wider region.

University Budget Allocation for Sustainability

Between 2022 and 2024, the university’s total annual budget averaged USD 9,609,422, with approximately 10.20 % of this amount dedicated to sustainability-related initiatives.
In 2024, the sustainability budget reached USD 1,260,931, marking one of the university’s highest allocations to date and reflecting continued growth in green infrastructure, sustainable energy solutions, and campus-wide environmental improvements.

Over the three-year period, the average annual sustainability budget was USD 979,803, demonstrating consistency and institutional prioritisation.

Sustainability Research: A Core Focus of Academic Investment

Research is the backbone of the university’s contribution to sustainable development.
Out of a total of 2,225 publications produced by Warith Al-Anbiyaa University scholars, 1,620 are focused on sustainability-related topics — representing an impressive 73 % of the university’s total research output.

Since the university’s foundation, the total research budget has amounted to USD 1,575,374, with a steadily increasing portion directed specifically toward sustainability-focused research. In 2024, total research amounted to USD 471,442 of which USD 288,347 specifically to sustainability research.

Annual Research Funds Dedicated to Sustainability (USD)

Year	Amount (USD)
2017	105,588
2018	131,679
2019	157,770
2020	183,861
2021	209,952
2022	236,043
2023	262,134
2024	288,347

The consistent year-on-year increase illustrates the university’s expanding emphasis on advancing sustainable technologies, green innovation, and social impact research.
Across the past three years, the average annual research fund dedicated to sustainability reached approximately USD 262,174.

Transparency, Accountability, and Impact

These figures — both in operational budgeting and research funding — are publicly available and directly traceable to the university’s sustainability framework.
They validate Warith Al-Anbiyaa University’s claim that sustainability is a strategic pillar of growth, not an isolated project. The steady financial commitment has already resulted in tangible progress: greener campuses, more efficient operations, and a flourishing culture of sustainability research that aligns with global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Looking Ahead

Warith Al-Anbiyaa University continues to expand its sustainability investments — not only in infrastructure and campus management but also in the intellectual capital that drives sustainable change.
By ensuring that every financial decision supports environmental responsibility, social well-being, and long-term economic resilience, the university reinforces its role as a national leader in sustainable higher education.