The Waste Recycling and Treatment Department at Qatar’s Ministry of Municipality achieved significant milestones in 2024, advancing the country’s environmental sustainability and circular economy agenda. Five new recycling factories were inaugurated in the Al-Afja Industrial Area, bringing the total to 21 operational factories. The Mesaieed Waste Treatment Center processed 37,358 tonnes of agricultural compost and generated 250,834 megawatts of clean energy. The center also recovered 12,555 tonnes of plastic, 14,433 tonnes of ferrous metals, and 4,222 tonnes of non-ferrous metals. All waste transfer stations were managed by private sector companies, with 733,763 tonnes of waste received and 702,000 tonnes transferred. The Ministry also issued over 14,500 electronic permits for waste removal and granted 2,600 paper permits for food item disposal. Additionally, the Ministry organized the 4th International Recycling and Sustainability Conference and Exhibition, which attracted 4,800 attendees and featured the signing of several agreements with private sector partners. Overall, Qatar’s waste management efforts continued to progress, with a focus on recycling, sustainability, and collaboration with the private sector.
Qatar’s circular economy is thriving due to a surge in recycling facilities.
