Qatar strengthens role of private sector in recycling efforts

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is set to significantly expand its waste management capabilities and deepen its engagement with the private sector, according to En...

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is set to significantly expand its waste management capabilities and deepen its engagement with the private sector, according to Eng Hamad Jassim Al-Bahr, Director of Waste Recycling and Treatment at the Ministry of Municipality. 

Speaking to The Peninsula, Al-Bahr outlined ambitious plans to enhance the country’s solid waste infrastructure and advance its sustainability goals.

As part of this vision, the Ministry of Municipality is preparing to expand the Domestic Solid Waste Management Center in Mesaieed. “The expanded facility will be capable of processing up to 3,000 tonnes of municipal and solid waste per day, in addition to the current capacity of 2,300 tonnes per day,” said Al-Bahr. 

He said that the expansion project will be offered as an investment opportunity to the private sector, with tenders expected to be announced by the end of 2026 or early 2027.

“Our future direction is focused on enhancing partnerships with the private sector by transferring a number of key services currently managed by the ministry,” he stated.