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Qatar Tribune
18-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Kahramaa holds 2025 Annual Planning Forum
DOHA: The Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (Kahramaa) organised its 2025 Annual Planning Forum under the slogan 'Innovation and Excellence for Global Leadership'. The forum was attended by Minister of State for Energy Affairs HE Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi. The two-day forum was convened this year to discuss Kahramaa's strategic plan for the next five years, review its main pillars, and outline aspirations for the coming period, in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030, while reaffirming the corporation's commitment to its social responsibilities. It also emphasized Kahramaa's ongoing dedication to keeping pace with future changes, meeting societal aspirations, and supporting Qatar's comprehensive development journey by deliberating the corporation's work plans and directions for the upcoming five years, reflecting its continuous pursuit of institutional excellence and sustainable quality. On this occasion, Minister of State for Energy Affairs emphasized in his opening speech the importance of the forum as a strategic platform for achieving sustainable development, stating: "Holding this forum under the theme 'Innovation and Excellence for Global Leadership' is not merely a slogan, but a practical approach that reflects our orientation towards strengthening innovation as a key pillar in enhancing institutional performance and elevating service quality to the highest international standards." He also highlighted Kahramaa's role in supporting the country's development efforts, saying: "We actively encourage the adoption of leading global practices in management, quality, and innovation, and we support Kahramaa's continued pursuit of excellence, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency, added value for the national economy, and reinforcing Qatar's status as a leading hub for development and sustainability." The Minister stressed the importance of projecting a professional and honorable image, noting that employees serve as the corporation's frontline in customer interactions. He underscored the value of positive communication and the necessity of fostering trust with both citizens and residents. In another address delivered during the forum, President of Kahramaa Abdulla Ali Al-theyab stressed the importance of institutional excellence as a key pillar of Kahramaa's strategic vision, stating: "Excellence is not just a slogan it's a continuous commitment to achieving the highest standards in performance and creating tangible added value for our customers, employees, partners, and society. Building on this path, Kahramaa is currently implementing a project to adopt the European Excellence Model and the Qatar Government Excellence Model, both of which play pivotal roles in achieving top levels of quality and innovation." The forum represents a major milestone within the corporation's annual institutional planning cycle, during which Kahramaa's five-year strategic plan is presented and discussed. The opening session included an overview of the business plan, anticipated scenarios for the future of the electricity, water, and economic sectors, along with a review of the various departmental plans for the coming five years. Dedicated sessions were held to present the plans of the Electricity Sector and the Technical Affairs Sector on the first day, while the second day focused on the plans for the Water Affairs Sector and the Shared Services Sector, in addition to the plans of supporting institutional departments. This approach ensures institutional integration and enhances the quality and effectiveness of strategic planning. The forum aims to support institutional coordination and integration, review the corporation's strategic directions, and contribute to the optimal utilization of available resources, improving service efficiency, and reinforcing sustainability at the highest levels. The event witnessed active participation and fruitful exchanges of ideas and initiatives, providing a clear reflection of the spirit of institutional work that characterizes Kahramaa in its pursuit of innovation and institutional excellence for global leadership.
ME Construction
21-04-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
ACCIONA obtains ISO 50001 Energy Management Certification for Desalination Plants in Qatar
Infrastructure ACCIONA obtains ISO 50001 Energy Management Certification for Desalination Plants in Qatar By This certification is the first of its kind for ACCIONA, highlighting the company's commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in the operation of desalination facilities ACCIONA has obtained ISO 50001 energy management system certifications for the Umm Al Houl and Ras Abu Fontas 3 desalination plants in Qatar. The certifications are the first of its kind for ACCIONA internationally, highlighting the company's commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in the operation of desalination facilities. Both plants are operated by ACCIONA for Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA), and have a drinking water supply capacity equivalent to 2.9m inhabitants. The Umm Al Houl plant has a capacity of more than 500,000cu/m per day, while the Ras Abu Fontas 3 plant supplies 165,000cu/m per day. These plants have the largest capacity certified by ACCIONA to date, solidifying their position as a key part of the country's water supply system and consolidating its transition to a low-CO2 economy. The achievement is said to reflect ACCIONA's ongoing commitment to improving the energy performance of its facilities and implementing advanced technological solutions that enable more efficient and sustainable operations. Obtaining the internationally recognised ISO 50001 certification validates ACCIONA's energy efficiency policies, as well as its ongoing efforts to achieve the highest standards in operational management, it said. Obtaining this certification is part of the renewal of the company's energy management system, first certified in 2012. It underscores energy efficiency as a key pillar in the development of transformative solutions for a low-carbon economy. ACCIONA is a global company in the provision of regenerative solutions for a decarbonised economy. Offering solutions which includes renewable energy, water treatment and management, eco-efficient transportation and mobility systems, resilient infrastructures. The company has been carbon neutral since 2016 and has a business presence in more than 40 countries, the statement concluded.
Trade Arabia
17-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Acciona secures key ISO certification for energy management
Acciona, a global leader in sustainable solutions, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining an ISO 50001 energy management system certification for the Umm Al Houl and Ras Abu Fontas 3 desalination plants in Qatar. This certification is the first of its kind for Acciona internationally, highlighting the company's commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in the operation of desalination facilities. Both the plants, operated by Acciona for Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (Kahramaa), have a drinking water supply capacity for 2.9 million inhabitants. The Umm Al Houl plant has a capacity of more than 500,000 cu m/day, while the Ras Abu Fontas 3 plant supplies 165,000 cu m/day. These plants are the ones with the largest capacity certified by Acciona to date, consolidating its position as a key part of the country's water supply system, it stated. This achievement reflects Acciona's ongoing commitment to improving the energy performance of its facilities and implementing advanced technological solutions that enable more efficient and sustainable operations. Obtaining the internationally recognised ISO 50001 certification validates Acciona's energy efficiency policies, as well as its ongoing efforts to achieve the highest standards in operational management, said Acciona in a statement.
Zawya
17-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ACCIONA obtains ISO 50001 energy management certification for desalination plants in Qatar
This certification is the first of its kind for ACCIONA internationally, highlighting the company's commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in the operation of desalination facilities. DOHA: ACCIONA, a global leader in sustainable solutions, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining ISO 50001 energy management system certification for the Umm Al Houl and Ras Abu Fontas 3 desalination plants in Qatar. This certification is the first of its kind for ACCIONA internationally, highlighting the company's commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in the operation of desalination facilities. Both plants, operated by ACCIONA for Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA), have a drinking water supply capacity equivalent to 2.9 million inhabitants. The Umm Al Houl plant has a capacity of more than 500,000 m³/day, while the Ras Abu Fontas 3 plant supplies 165,000 m³/day. These plants are the ones with the largest capacity certified by ACCIONA to date, consolidating its position as a key part of the country's water supply system. This achievement reflects ACCIONA's ongoing commitment to improving the energy performance of its facilities and implementing advanced technological solutions that enable more efficient and sustainable operations. Obtaining the internationally recognized ISO 50001 certification validates ACCIONA's energy efficiency policies, as well as its ongoing efforts to achieve the highest standards in operational management. With this certification, ACCIONA reinforces its leadership in the water sector, consolidating its transition to a low-CO2 economy. ACCIONA is a global company and a leader in the provision of regenerative solutions for a decarbonized economy. Its business offer includes renewable energy, water treatment and management, eco-efficient transportation and mobility systems, resilient infrastructures, etc. The company has been carbon neutral since 2016. ACCIONA recorded sales of €19.19 billion in 2024 and has a business presence in more than 40 countries.
Zawya
17-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Qatar advances sustainable desalination with innovative technologies
Doha, Qatar: Qatar is actively enhancing the sustainability of its desalination sector through the integration of advanced technologies and renewable energy sources. Guillermo Hijós, an expert in the water desalination sector and the Desalination Director for the Middle East and Oceania at the Water business of Acciona told The Peninsula that these initiatives aim to reduce energy consumption and minimise environmental impacts, ensuring a reliable and eco-friendly water supply for the nation. In a significant move towards operational efficiency, the organisation has implemented its Maestro AI platform at Qatar's Umm Al Houl plant, which has a capacity of more than 500,000 m³/day, while the Ras Abu Fontas 3 plant supplies 165,000 m³/day, thus obtaining ISO 50001 energy management system certification for the desalination plants. Both plants, operated by the firm for Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (Kahramaa), have a drinking water supply capacity equivalent to 2.9 million inhabitants and have the largest capacity to date, consolidating its position as a key part of the country's water supply system. 'Through these concerted efforts, Qatar is making significant strides towards a more sustainable and efficient desalination sector, balancing its water needs with environmental stewardship,' the market expert said. Hijós mentioned that this marks the company's first international certification of its kind, underscoring the dedication toward Qatar's energy efficiency and sustainable practices in the operation of desalination facilities. With the Middle East producing a substantial portion of the world's brine, effective management strategies are crucial. Researchers emphasise the importance of integrating renewable energy, advanced technologies, and water conservation practices to mitigate the environmental impact of brine disposal. Qatar is also investing in solar energy to power parts of its desalination operations. While still at an early stage, projects under the QNV 2030 aim to integrate solar photovoltaic systems with desalination units to reduce dependency on fossil fuels. Additionally, the Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI) has developed a Multi-Effect Distillation (MED) pilot plant in Dukhan, demonstrating higher efficiency compared to conventional methods. This technology consumes merely 4.5 kWh/m³, significantly lower than the 12 kWh/m³ required by traditional thermal desalination processes, thus reducing both energy usage and operational costs. 'This achievement reflects our ongoing commitment to improving the energy performance of its facilities and implementing advanced technological solutions that enable more efficient and sustainable operations. Obtaining the internationally recognized ISO 50001 certification validates Acciona's energy efficiency policies, as well as its ongoing efforts to achieve the highest standards in operational management,' Hijós added. With this certification, it reinforces the leadership in Qatar's water sector, consolidating its transition to a low-CO2 economy. © Dar Al Sharq Press, Printing and Distribution. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( The Peninsula Newspaper
