In line with its role in addressing the impacts of climate change, the Remote Sensing Center took part—represented by its Director—in the activities of the 20th International Specialized Conference. The conference was organized by the Department of Geography and the Spatial Research Unit at the College of Education for Human Sciences / University of Diyala, in cooperation with UN-Water, under the theme: “Our Restored Waters… Towards a Sustainable Water Cycle.” This coincided with the celebration of World Water Day and was held from March 30 to 31, 2026.

The virtual participation included the presentation of a specialized scientific paper entitled:
“Integrating Remote Sensing Indices Using GEE and Earth Map Applications to Interpret the Impacts of Environmental Changes in Nineveh Governorate,”
by Assistant Professor Dr. Abdulrahman Ramzi Qubaa, Director of the Center, and Lecturer Dr. Akram Mohammed Saleh.

The research addressed the use of cloud computing technologies through the modern platforms Google Earth Engine and Earth Map to analyze and interpret the impacts of environmental changes in Nineveh Governorate. It linked these impacts to variables such as vegetation cover, temperature rates, rainfall levels, and land use/land cover in two districts of Nineveh: Al-Baaj and Tel Kaif.

This scientific contribution aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goals 1, 13, and 15. The study aims to provide technical insights that support the sustainable management of water and agricultural resources and ensure their availability. This reflects the commitment of the University of Mosul and its research centers to actively contribute to international efforts aimed at mitigating the effects of climate and environmental change.