AzTU was represented at the meeting of the Federation of International Library Associations and Institutes
A meeting was held with representatives from several leading libraries in Azerbaijan and an IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) representative, organized by the Library of ADA University. AzTU was represented at the meeting by Khayala Hajiyeva, Director of the Library and Information Center. IFLA representative Claire McGuire delivered a presentation on “Academic Libraries and Climate-related Activities: The Role of Libraries in Climate Change Research.” The discussion focused on the involvement of academic libraries in climate change research, the information services they provide to researchers in this field, and future actions to further support this area.
AzTU is on the list of the best universities in the world
In the context of the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) in Baku, the results of the “QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2025”, which is one of the most influential ranking tables in the world, have been announced. According to the results, Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) (1501+) has been included in the list of the world’s best universities for the first time. The Ministry of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the State Agency for Science and Higher Education, and QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) jointly conducted the event, and the “World University Ranking: Sustainability ranking 2025” certificate was presented to AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev.
Representatives of Pakistan University visited AzTU
A delegation from the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) of Pakistan, participating in the 29th session of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP29), visited Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). The guests met with AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev and other university representatives. Rector Valiyev shared information about the ongoing initiatives at AzTU and highlighted the significance of the discussions held during COP29. He also expressed AzTU’s interest in expanding its collaboration with NUST in areas such as “Quacquarelli Symonds” (QS), the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and other global and regional university rankings.
AzTU has announced the commencement of a green energy project marking its contribution to the COP29
Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) has announced the commencement of a green energy project marking its contribution to the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29). A conference titled “Climate Solutions for Sensitive Countries” was organized at Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) through a joint initiative between AzTU and the Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI). The objective was to explore appropriate technological solutions for individuals and communities in vulnerable developing countries, including smart technologies that can facilitate the mobilization of finance, low-cost and affordable tools for climate change mitigation and adaptation, and ways to mitigate the loss and damage caused by the negative effects of climate change. In addition, comprehensive analyzes were presented at the conference to identify actionable recommendations for reducing the impact of climate change and developing adaptation in accordance with the Sustainable Development Goals. At the conference, AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev underscored…
A national scientific-practical conference on “Green and digital transformations: mutual effects, positive and negative aspects” was held
A republic scientific-practical conference on “Green and digital transformations: mutual effects, positive and negative aspects” was held at A R E T N Institute of Information Technologies. The organizers of the event are the Institute of Information Technologies, Azerbaijan Technical University, the National Aerospace Agency and the Institute of Radiation Problems. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the conference, Vice President of ANAS, General Director of the Institute of Information Technologies, Academician Rasim Aliguliyev first spoke about the historical significance of November 8 Victory Day. He said that 4 years ago, under the leadership of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, our brave army wrote a glorious history in 44 days and put an end to the 30-year occupation, and our territorial integrity was restored. The scientist said that during the Patriotic War, our people united closely around the Supreme Commander…
AzTU became the champion of the mini-football sports competition dedicated to November 8 – Victory Day
The final stage, award ceremony, and closing event of the mini-football tournament dedicated to November 8 – Victory Day were held in Yasamal district. The tournament, organized jointly by the New Azerbaijan Party Yasamal District Branch, Yasamal District Executive Authority, and the Youth and Sports Sector of the Baku City Youth and Sports Department, brought together staff from educational institutions in the Yasamal district. Before the award ceremony, the team from Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) faced off against the team from the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences for the first-place title. AzTU emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, claiming the championship of the mini-football tournament. The third place was awarded to the team from Baku State University. The award ceremony for the teams that achieved 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place was held afterwards.
The winners of the “Victory Tournament” were awarded
The closing and award ceremony of the “Victory Tournament” sports competition was held, organized jointly by the Trade Union Committee of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU), the Student Trade Union Committee (STUC), and the Sports Club. The primary aim of the tournament was to promote the health of union members and further strengthen the bonds of friendship between students and staff. The closing ceremony of the tournament, held on November 8 in honor of Victory Day, began with a minute of silence to pay tribute to the memory of the brave sons and daughters of the homeland who gave their lives for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of our lands. This was followed by the playing of the Azerbaijani national anthem. Subsequently, the Vice Rector for Financial and Economic Affairs of AzTU, Rashad Aliyev, and the Deputy Chairman of the Republican Committee of the Azerbaijan Education Workers’ Free Trade Union, Mirza…
The next master class of AzTU employee was held
The latest master class by Igor Nasirov, a staff member of the Sustainable Development Institute at Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU), titled “Growing Contribution of Azerbaijan to Earth’s Green Future,” was held online. The fifth session, “National Energy Companies (Major’s) Strategies in the Age of Decarbonisation,” focused on the production, marketing, and sales of environmentally sustainable products through entrepreneurial projects, all aimed at promoting environmental protection. One of the main objectives of the event was to examine various aspects of COP29 and its alignment with the global climate agenda, as well as to present an analysis of the strategies of major global energy companies to researchers, faculty members, and students. The master class included in-depth discussions on global trends and practices, Azerbaijan’s contributions to a green world, projects to be implemented in Azerbaijan at COP29, and the skills required to contribute to a “green future.” The event’s guest, Konstantin Kovalenko, delivered…
AzTU implements the intra-city mobility plan in the regions
On May 11, 2023, an agreement was signed between the Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) and the executive authorities of Aghjabedi, Goygol and Shamkir districts for the purpose of preparation of an intra-city movement (mobility) plan. It should be noted that the agreement measures for the implementation of the State Program on road traffic safety in the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2019-2023 approved by Decree No. 852 of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan dated December 27, 2018 for the consistent implementation of sustainable development goals 22 of 2022 of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan in order to ensure the implementation of subsection 7.4.6.1 of the Plan 25 of January Preparation of the intra-city movement (mobility) plan provides for the implementation of works in accordance with the decision. During the signing ceremony, the rector of AzTU Vilayat Valiyev, the head of Aghjabedi District Executive Authority Rafil Huseynov,…
AzTU Delegation Led by the Rector Conducts Official Visit to Kazakhstan
A delegation from Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU), led by Rector Vilayat Valiyev, conducted an official visit to Kazakhstan within the framework of the “Higher Education Pre-Summit: Asia Region 2024” organized by the “Quacquarelli Symonds” (QS) rating agency. During the visit, the delegation engaged with leading universities in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The delegation included Vice Rector for Science and Innovations Subhan Namazov, Vice Rector for International Relations Fariz Mammadov, and Head of the Research and Development Department Bakhtiyar Badalov. The primary purpose of the visit was to expand AzTU’s collaboration with Kazakhstani universities that hold prominent positions in international rankings, particularly in the “Quacquarelli Symonds” (QS) as well as other global and regional university rankings. The visit aimed to facilitate joint efforts in executing research and educational projects. During meetings with the rectors and other senior leaders of Almaty University of Energy and Telecommunications and the Kazakh National Research Technical University named…