Doha, 09 January, 2025: Vodafone Qatar has recently achieved a prestigious milestone by earning the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) Design & Build 4 star rating from the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD), for the interior fitout of its headquarters’ office space in Lusail.
This remarkable achievement highlights Vodafone Qatar's commitment to advancing sustainability by fostering innovative solutions and setting industry benchmarks.
Khames Al Naimi, Chief Human Resources Officer at Vodafone Qatar commented, “It’s an honor to be the first company in the telecommunications sector to achieve the 4 star rating in GSAS, as sustainability remains integral to our business and to the long-term success of Vodafone Qatar. This achievement is a testament to our commitment to excellence and highlights our role as one of the market leaders in sustainability in Qatar, setting the stage for even more leading initiatives.”
Dr. Yousef Alhorr, Founding Chairman of GORD, said, “By attaining a 4-star GSAS rating for its Lusail headquarters interior fitout, Vodafone Qatar has demonstrated how corporate leadership can drive real, sustainable change. From adopting energy-efficient designs to choosing responsible sourcing practices, each step taken reflects a long-term vision that not only benefits the environment but also sets a precedent for the entire telecom sector. This achievement underscores Vodafone Qatar’s commitment to aligning with national sustainability goals, serving as an inspiration for other businesses to embed green principles in both design and operation.”
During the certification process, Vodafone Qatar’s offices underwent a thorough and detailed screening process by GORD sustainability experts. The company’s headquarters boasts an energy-efficient thermal envelope, limiting energy consumption while ensuring superior indoor comfort. The building also includes a smart LED lighting system—complete with remote monitoring and dimming capabilities—maintaining low lighting power density.
Air quality and energy recovery are similarly foregrounded. Cutting-edge Energy Recovery Units (ERUs) and a Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS) manage fresh air intake and minimise energy loss, reducing the environmental impact without compromising ventilation. Meanwhile, low-flow water fixtures and dedicated water meters on each floor highlight Vodafone Qatar’s drive to conserve resources and track consumption meticulously.
Vodafone Qatar’s commitment to sustainable sourcing is evident in its choice of construction materials. Approximately 26% of major materials are procured locally, reducing transportation-related emissions and supporting the local economy. An additional 11% of the materials used contain recycled content, reinforcing the company’s pledge to reduce waste. Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified timber products further underscore Vodafone Qatar’s dedication to responsible material selection.
To find out more about Vodafone Qatar, please visit: https://www.vodafone.qa/sustainability
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About Vodafone Qatar P.Q.S.C
Vodafone Qatar P.Q.S.C. (“Vodafone Qatar”) provides a comprehensive range of services including voice, messaging, data, fixed communications, IoT and ICT managed services in the State of Qatar, for both consumers and businesses alike. The Company commenced commercial operations in 2009 and has 2.1 million mobile customers as of 30 September 2024. Its state-of-the-art network infrastructure is expanding to cover key locations in the country with fibre connectivity and 5G, along with an extensive digital ecosystem, which will contribute to Qatar’s continued growth and prosperity. Vodafone Qatar’s vision is deeply rooted in its mission to connect today’s ideas with the technologies of tomorrow by pioneering digital innovation and becoming people’s first choice in telecom and digital services. Please visit www.vodafone.qa for more details.
About GORD
The Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD) is an RDI entity recognized among leading organizations in the global sustainability milieu. Headquartered in Qatar Science and Technology Park, GORD drives the transformation of societies, industries, and the built environment by influencing corporate ethos, fostering innovation, and developing capacity to enable low-carbon sustainable growth for present and future generations. The organization’s key operations include R&D, standards setting, green buildings certification, accreditation services, voluntary carbon markets, performance testing, knowledge dissemination, 3D prototyping and advisory services on sustainability and climate change for governments, non-government, public and private sector organizations in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
For more information visit,www.gord.qa
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