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A Sustainability-Focused Day in Doha ♻️: Recycling Towards Sustainability
Held on June 25–26, 2025 at Raffles Doha, the 5th edition of the Recycling Towards Sustainability event reaffirmed Qatar’s strategic commitment to building a greener, more circular economy, in line with its National Vision 2030.
This year’s theme, “From Waste to Wealth”, set the tone for high-level discussions and tangible solutions across all sectors of waste recovery and sustainable development.
The “Pavillon France” – A united French presence
CCI France Qatar and the French Economic Department of the Embassy of France joined forces to host a dedicated French Pavilion, operating under the banner of the Sustainable City Committee.
This space showcased:
- CCI member companies specialized in recycling and sustainable solutions;
- French innovations and know-how in circular economy and urban sustainability;
- A strong message of collaboration between France and Qatar in building a greener future.
The French Pavilion attracted significant attention, serving as a hub for meaningful dialogue and partnership opportunities with local and international stakeholders.
? Laying the foundations for future cooperation
The event also highlighted Qatar’s 2024 milestones, including:
- 835,000 tons of waste processed, resulting in 40,000 MWh of energy, 27,000 tons of compost, and 277,000 tons of recyclable materials;
- The rollout of a national Zero Waste program, with new waste sorting stations, landfill rehabilitation, and a focus on digital transformation;
- Key strategic tracks: waste-to-energy technologies, construction/demolition recycling, extended producer responsibility, sustainable urban planning, and education-driven transitions.
