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Qatar to expand recycling with new waste management centre

The new waste handling facility is set to promote Qatar’s circular economy. Over 20,000 tonnes of waste will be recycled and treated to generate electricity, the Ministry of Municipality revealed,…

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Water taxis to be tested ahead of 2022 World Cup

The water taxis are set to be fully rolled out by 2030 as Doha pushes ahead with its green agenda. Streets are too busy? People in Doha will soon be…

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Qatar home to region’s first ever solar-powered bus depot

New Public Works Authority [Ashghal] projects are set to launch across Qatar. Sustainability is at the heart of several new projects scheduled to be launch across the country, authorities confirmed,…

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Qatar ‘most affected’ Arab country by air pollution: report

Qatar has been named as one of the countries with the highest amount of air pollution, according to the State of Global Air 2020 Report by the Health Effects Institute. …

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10 easy plants to grow indoors this Sustainability Week

To mark Sustainability Week, brighten up your living space by growing your own little indoor garden, starting with those 10 easy plants for beginners. With remote working being a popular…

VIDEO: The Sahara Project

The Sahara Project: A scheme that aims to provide fresh water, food and renewable energy in uninhabitable desert.

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Is Qatar going green, or just talking about it?

Qatar has become a big proponent of the “green” movement. This week alone, the country celebrated Tree Planting Day, honored Earth Hour and announced plans to enforce strict green building standards…

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