Veterinary quarantine facilities at Ruwais Port and Hamad Port receive 3-star GSAS certification
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The new veterinary quarantine facilities at Ruwais Port and near Hamad Port have received three-star ratings from the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS).
This achievement is a culmination of Qatar's efforts to consolidate environmental sustainability practices within its various development projects, in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030 and its goals to promote green infrastructure.
This achievement reflects the Ministry of Municipality's commitment to applying the highest sustainability standards in the design, construction, and operation of veterinary facilities, ensuring a healthy and safe environment and enhancing operational efficiency in accordance with international best practices.
The GSAS system is the first integrated sustainability assessment system in the Middle East and North Africa region. It was specifically designed to align with the nature of the region's urban environment. It is the same system used to assess major projects such as the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 stadiums and Lusail City.
This classification enhances the role of veterinary quarantines in supporting sustainable development goals and enhancing the efficiency of environmental infrastructure across the country.
The Ministry of Municipality continues its efforts to enhance the efficiency of veterinary quarantines and expand their operational capabilities, as part of its strategy to develop service infrastructure to serve food security goals and protect society from trans-boundary animal diseases.
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