Sustainability Report 2021
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Introduction
Sustainability at QatarEnergy
Climate Change & Environmental Action
Operational Responsibility
Social & Economic Development
Ensuring holistic management
of our environmental impact
in the development of QatarEnergy
Headquaters at West Bay, Doha
Demonstrating true environmental stewardship,
QatarEnergy has integrated climate conscious
measures throughout its business operations by building
its headquarters as a sustainable facility receiving a
3-Star green building certification under the Global
Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS).
Located at the heart of Doha, the facility is
highly connected to existing infrastructure with
access to utilities including water, electricity
and fiber optics. Surrounded by pedestrian
walkways and a metro station in proximity,
occupants of the facility enjoy convenient
access to public transport, thereby reducing
the emissions linked with transportation.
To safeguard the health and wellbeing of
occupants, spaces inside the facility avoid the
use of harmful chemicals in paints, finishes and
furniture. For improved indoor environment,
the buildings are designed to receive ample
sunlight throughout the day. Resonating the
region's cultural identity, facades within the
development feature Mashrabiya pattern.
QatarEnergy headquarters has joined the
list of sustainable developments worldwide.
Embracing green building practices for
its facilities contribute to QatarEnergy's
sustainability strategy that establishes the
organization's environmental targets, in line
with Qatar National Vision 2030 and
the Paris Agreement.
GORD
GSAS Certificate
Design & Build
العصر الرولبسي لمصر للطاقة
ENERGY HEA
With sustainability incorporated right from the
planning and design stage, the masterplan of
Qatar Energy headquarters was developed as
per green buildings standards.
In line with Qatar Energy's commitment to
support regional businesses and to reduce
its overall carbon footprint, QatarEnergy
headquarters utilized locally available
construction materials such as steel rebars,
concrete and finishes for the exterior and
the parking area. In the same vein, local
consultants, contractors and suppliers were
intentionally sourced and hired to work
on the development.
The facility incorporates a wide range of
sustainability measures aimed at preserving
the environment and protecting biodiversity.
Adopting a holistic approach to water
conservation, the development benefits
from the use of sensor faucets and low-flow
fixtures, increased water reuse through treated
sewage effluent systems and landscaping
with native and adaptive plants that require
minimal amount of water.
The development boasts its own district
cooling plant serving all the facilities. To
mitigate its energy footprint, the facility
features high-efficiency walls and roofs.
For enhanced insulation, glazing across all
buildings has been done using double tinted
glass with spacing inside. To ensure energy is
efficient, fans provide fresh and exhaust air
to the building, while LED lighting fixtures are
optimized with sensor technology. Similarly,
MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing)
systems within the buildings are continuously
monitored to ensure enhanced energy
efficiency. Furthermore, the facility houses
a smart system to control curtains in public
spaces and lower the solar load. Benefiting
from passive design techniques, the project
also employs smart architectural solutions to
minimize solar exposure of the glazed surfaces.
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