National Museum of Qatar achieves Platinum rating in GSAS operations

Doha, Qatar: The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) has received the Platinum rating under the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) Operations...

Doha, Qatar: The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) has received the Platinum rating under the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) Operations' sustainable green building certification system, further underscoring Qatar Museums' position as a global pioneer in sustainable cultural institutions.

The certification was awarded following a rigorous assessment by the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD), the Platinum rating marks a global first for a museum under the GSAS Operations framework.

Speaking on the occasion, CEO of Qatar Museums Mohammed Saad Al Rumaihi said, "The National Museum of Qatar's advancement from Gold to Platinum under GSAS Operations marks a significant milestone in our sustainability journey. This achievement reflects Qatar Museums' long-term commitment to embedding environmental responsibility across our institutions, from building and design to day-to-day operations. As cultural leaders, we are proud to contribute to the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030 while setting new benchmarks for sustainable museum operations globally."

The museum was presented with the Platinum award at the NMoQ Auditorium on Thursday. The event was celebrated on Qatar Environment Day, coinciding with national efforts to protect and preserve the environment.

The recognition highlights NMoQ's continued excellence in operational sustainability and builds on its earlier achievement of a GSAS 4-Star rating for design and build certification in 2018, awarded ahead of the museum's official opening. It also reinforces Qatar Museums' reputation as a leader in advancing sustainable cultural infrastructure both in Qatar and internationally.