Discover Pro-GREEN-LABs !
Promoting Green Competences for Integrated Sustainable Development in Architectural
Education through Experiential, Lab-based, Active Learning
Project Overview
What is Pro-GREEN-LABs ?
This project addresses existing gaps in the South-Mediterranean countries regarding architectural education and profession, between academia and practice, between social and technical knowledge, and between professionals and local stakeholders.
It aims at building and nurturing key green competences (knowledge, behaviors, attitudes, and skills) required to qualify students and teachers to address the urgent challenges of sustainable urban development in their societies and beyond.
Development of New Educational Programs
These joint labs shall act as hubs for continuing innovation and capacity building in curriculum development based on mutual interests and local needs. During the lifetime of the project, the development of a new Master program at the University of Petra will be supported as well as developing new practice-oriented modules for professional training in another 4 universities in Egypt and Jordan.
Integrated Environmental Understanding
A special focus will be put on an integrated understanding of environmental issues that bridges social and ecological aspects on a basis of recognizing their complex and dynamic interdependencies.
To achieve this aim, the project employs a synthesized “Joint Lab” approach that links different disciplines, actors, and contexts. Accordingly,
it will establish a non-hierarchic network of academic urban labs that connects 8 HEIs in Europe and the South-Mediterranean region as well as several local associated partners.
Supporting European HEIs with Global Challenges
The network of labs will sustain a platform for integrating the aspired competences into teaching and research in the South-Mediterranean region. It will also support European HEIs in facing the global challenges brought about by climate change through an intensification of international mobility, exchange, and cooperation with South-Mediterranean countries.
Expected Achievements
Modernized Curricula
Updating and enhancing academic programs to integrate green competences, ensuring that future architects are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle the challenges of sustainable urban development
Hybrid Urban Labs
Establishing innovative labs that blend physical and virtual environments, enabling cross-disciplinary collaboration and real-world application of sustainable practices in urban planning and architecture
Capacity Building Intervention
Empowering educators and professionals through targeted training and resources, fostering the growth of expertise in sustainable architecture across the South-Mediterranean region
International Conference
Bringing together global experts, educators, and practitioners to share insights, strategies, and innovations in sustainable architectural education, promoting international knowledge exchange.
Project In Numbers
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Partners
Associated Partners
Work Packages
WP1
Management and Coordination
Start: Month 1 – End: Month 36
April 2024 – March 2027
WP2
Preparation
Start: Month 1 – End: Month 6
April 2024 – September 2024
WP3
Development I: LAB Network
Start: Month 7 – End: Month 18
October 2024 – September 2025
WP4
Development II: Modernizing Curricula
Start: Month 7 – End: Month 18
October 2024 – September 2025
WP5
Development III: Training
Start: Month 7 – End: Month 18
October 2024 – September 2025
WP6
Synergized Lab-Curriculum Delivery
Start: Month 19 – End: Month 36
October 2025 – March 2027
WP7
Quality Assurance. Monitoring. Evaluation
Start: Month 1 – End: Month 36
April 2024 – March 2027
WP8
Dissemination. Exploitation. Sustainability
Start: Month 1 – End: Month 36
April 2024 – March 2027
DONE !
31 March 2027
Overall Progress
- At this moment 50%
Partners
Associated Partners
Activities
🇮🇹✨ Concluding the Final TOT of Pro-GREEN-LABs at Politecnico di Milano , Dipartimento di Architettura e Studi Urbani - Politecnico di Milano , Laboratorio di Simulazione Urbana "Fausto Curti" – 30 June to 4 July 2025 The last stop in our Training of Trainers journey brought together partners from SEMED universities for a dynamic and hands-on week in Milan. The program included practical sessions on curriculum development, inclusive teaching methodologies, and sustainable learning strategies. Participants explored advanced lab facilities showcasing innovative tools for digital modeling, fabrication, immersive visualization, and environmental testing—highlighting the potential for adapting these technologies in SEMED partner labs. Sessions also focused on integrating Competences for Democratic Culture (CDC), the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and experiential learning into architectural and urban planning education. This TOT marked an important step in finalizing the collaborative work on curriculum review and lab development across the consortium. Grazie to our colleagues at Politecnico di Milano for their hospitality and knowledge-sharing! 🌍📚✨ AASTMT Arab Academy For Science, Technology and Maritime Transport جامعة القاهرة Cairo University Alexandria University جامعة الإسكندرية - الصفحة الرسمية كلية الفنون الجميلة - جامعة الاسكندرية German Jordanian University University of Petra جامعة البترا #ProGREENLABs #ErasmusPlus #ToT #SustainableEducation #CurriculumInnovation #GreenSkills #ArchitecturalLearning #DigitalFabrication #SEMED
🎓🇮🇹 Pro-GREEN-LABs | Final TOT Completed at Politecnico di Milano , Dipartimento di Architettura e Studi Urbani - Politecnico di Milano , Laboratorio di Simulazione Urbana "Fausto Curti" 🇪🇺🌱 📅 30 June – 4 July 2025 The final Training of Trainers (ToT) in the Pro-GREEN-LABs project successfully concluded at Politecnico di Milano, marking the closing chapter of a rich and impactful series of capacity-building sessions held across EU partner universities. This final training addressed a comprehensive scope through interactive modules that covered: ✅ Teacher Training: Hands-on workshops enhancing inclusive and student-centered teaching practices. ✅ Curriculum Development: Joint sessions reviewing courses to align with sustainability, CDC, and local needs. ✅ Knowledge Exchange: Mutual learning between SEMED & EU partners on urban and architectural education. ✅ Professional Development: Techniques in experiential learning, democratic engagement, and tech-enhanced teaching. ✅ Competency-Based Design: Tools to integrate CDC and SDGs into course content and student evaluation. 👏 A heartfelt thank you to our partners at PoliMi for hosting this milestone event and to all teams across the consortium for their dedication throughout the TOT journey! 🌍💡 AASTMT Arab Academy For Science, Technology and Maritime Transport جامعة القاهرة Cairo University Alexandria University جامعة الإسكندرية - الصفحة الرسمية كلية الفنون الجميلة - جامعة الاسكندرية German Jordanian University University of Petra جامعة البترا #ProGreenLabs #ErasmusPlus #PolitecnicoDiMilano #Sustainability #UrbanEducation #ArchitectureTraining #CDC #ToT #GreenCompetences #CapacityBuilding #EducationForSustainability
🎉 SEMED Labs Inauguration | 25 June 2025 🌍 Hybrid Event – Live from 5 Universities across the SEMED Region On June 25th, 2025, the SEMED Labs Inauguration marked a major milestone in the Pro-GREEN-LABs project! 🧪🌱 The event was held in a hybrid format, bringing together academic teams, partners, and stakeholders from multiple universities and cities both onsite and online. Participants celebrated the launch of the newly equipped lab units dedicated to urban environmental innovation, digital tools, and sustainable design. Each lab presented its unique thematic focus, showcasing the progress made under Pro-GREEN-LABs and their readiness for collaborative research, teaching, and community engagement. 👏 Congratulations to all SEMED partners for this collective achievement, and special thanks to everyone who joined us virtually to witness the next step in sustainable academic innovation! #ProGREENLABs #ErasmusPlus #Sustainability #UrbanLabs #EnvironmentalDesign #SEMEDRegion #Innovation #HigherEducation #GreenFutures
🎉 SEMED Labs Inauguration | 25 June 2025 🌍 Hybrid Event – Live from 5 Universities across the SEMED Region On June 25th, 2025, the SEMED Labs Inauguration marked a major milestone in the Pro-GREEN-LABs project! 🧪🌱 The event was held in a hybrid format, bringing together academic teams, partners, and stakeholders from multiple universities and cities both onsite and online. Participants celebrated the launch of the newly equipped lab units dedicated to urban environmental innovation, digital tools, and sustainable design. Each lab presented its unique thematic focus, showcasing the progress made under Pro-GREEN-LABs and their readiness for collaborative research, teaching, and community engagement. 👏 Congratulations to all SEMED partners for this collective achievement, and special thanks to everyone who joined us virtually to witness the next step in sustainable academic innovation! Alexandria University جامعة الإسكندرية - الصفحة الرسمية جامعة القاهرة Cairo University AASTMT Arab Academy For Science, Technology and Maritime Transport German Jordanian University University of Petra جامعة البترا #ProGREENLABs #ErasmusPlus #Sustainability #UrbanLabs #EnvironmentalDesign #SEMEDRegion #Innovation #HigherEducation #GreenFutures
🔔 Reminder | Pro-GREEN-LABs: Lab Unit Inauguration 🔔 We’re excited to remind you of the upcoming Lab Unit Inauguration under the Pro-GREEN-LABs project! 🌱🏛️ This milestone event marks the soft opening of the urban environmental labs across the 5 SEMED partner universities, equipped with cutting-edge hardware and software to support innovation in sustainable urban development. 🗓️ Don’t miss it! 📍Date: Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 📍Time: 10:00 - 12:00 CEST | 11:00-13:00 Cairo Time | 11:00-13:00 Amman Time 📍Meeting link: https://polimi-it.zoom.us/j/95656631868 📍EVENT PROGRAM: https://progreenlabs.com/events-calender/ 📍LABs Brochure: https://progreenlabs.com/labs/ Join us as we celebrate the transition from setup to full operational capacity, officially concluding Phase 2 and launching Phase 3 of the project. #ProGREENLABs #SustainableUrbanism #UrbanLabs #GreenInnovation #ErasmusPlus #EnvironmentalDesign #UrbanResilience
🏙️✨ Pro-GREEN-LABs | Training of Trainers at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar 📍 Weimar, Germany 📅 21–25 May 2025 A fruitful week of learning and exchange took place at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar , where participants from AASTMT Arab Academy For Science, Technology and Maritime Transport , جامعة القاهرة Cairo University, Alexandria University جامعة الإسكندرية - الصفحة الرسمية , German Jordanian University , University of Petra جامعة البترا joined the Training of Trainers focused on key urban sustainability themes. 💡 Highlights of the training included: 🌍 Sustainable Urban Planning & Design 🏘️ Principles of Sustainable Cities & Social Design 🗺️ Mapping for Urban Planning & Design The experience brought together academic minds and urban thinkers to explore tools, strategies, and methodologies that shape better cities for the future. Thank you to the Bauhaus team for their excellent hosting and valuable input! #ProGreenLabs #ErasmusPlus #SustainableCities #UrbanDesign #CapacityBuilding #BauhausWeimar #GreenTransition
