Qatar’s Ministry of Municipality has released its first comprehensive sustainability report for 2025, detailing significant progress across environmental, agricultural, digital, and urban development sectors. The report outlines the Ministry’s efforts to integrate sustainability into the nation’s broader development agenda, in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030 and related environmental strategies.
Key achievements highlighted in the report include advances in food security and sustainable agriculture. In 2024, organic farming areas doubled, and local vegetable production reached 26 million kilograms. The Ministry supported 1,237 farms by providing fertilizers, seeds, and agricultural equipment, aiming to bolster domestic production and enhance agricultural resilience.
Waste management and the shift towards a circular economy were also major focuses. The report notes that 277,000 megawatt-hours of energy were generated from waste, while compost production exceeded 40,000 tonnes. Additionally, 51 plots of land have been allocated for recycling industries, and over 70 percent of waste management contracts now include provisions for recycling and energy recovery.
Urban development efforts continued with the planting of 840,000 trees and shrubs, contributing to a 2.3 percent increase in green spaces nationwide. Seven new public parks were opened to improve community livability and promote healthier urban environments.
Digital transformation has become a critical component of municipal management, with 110 of 400 planned digital services completed. Smart technologies have been introduced in areas such as waste management, vehicle tracking, and task allocation, enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability outcomes.
The Ministry also emphasized public engagement and environmental awareness initiatives throughout 2024. Programs included beach clean-ups, tree-planting campaigns, and educational activities. Notably, the “Cleaner Beach” project involved more than 20 children, while a clean-up event at Simaisma Beach united volunteers, academic institutions, and private sector partners to combat marine waste and encourage environmental stewardship.
International recognition of Qatar’s sustainability efforts was underscored by the “Ten Million Trees” initiative receiving a global sustainable development award. Doha was also named among five cities worldwide for its progress in implementing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the New Urban Agenda.
Despite these advancements, the report identifies areas requiring further development, including enhanced indicators for water reuse, greenhouse gas emissions, climate action, and biodiversity conservation, signaling ongoing commitment to continuous improvement in sustainability practices.