An investigation at the challenges to building sustainably in Iraq.

In order to considerably reduce carbon dioxide emissions, green building is one of the most advantageous economic and social alternatives. As a result of the high concentration of carbon dioxide's potential to combine with human pollution and raise the prevalence of diseases in society, the rate of carbon dioxide emissions in Iraq has increased. Finding the barriers and difficulties preventing the use of green buildings in Iraq is the primary goal of this study. This study's methodology is multifaceted and includes both quantitative and qualitative methods. These strategies featured organized and interconnected steps, such as 1) a thorough review of the literature. 2) Field approach: Inquiring into the opinions of the chosen sample at various engineering professions and different academic levels through an open and closed questionnaire. This was done by conducting both structured and unstructured personal interviews with some professionals and authorities in Iraq's construction industry who have extensive experience in sustainable buildings. 3) Additionally, a statistical analysis of the results was performed using chart representations of the developments to show the consequences of replies. The findings indicated that Iraq's adoption of green building practices is shallow and that the market's reaction has been average to below average. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]