Doha: Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation "Kahramaa" announced that its Awareness Park has won the 2025 Gulf Excellence Award for Energy and Water Efficiency in Buildings, in the educational sector category.
According to Qatar News Agency, Kahramaa Awareness Park is a model in sustainability and innovation, utilizing advanced technologies to optimize electricity and water consumption in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030, said Kahramaa in a press release on Monday.
In this context, HE President of Kahramaa, Eng. Abdulla bin Ali Al Theyab, stated: "This achievement reflects our firm commitment to sustainability and innovation. The Awareness Park is not just a building-it is a beacon of knowledge and a driver of positive change in society."
Director of the Conservation and Energy Efficiency Department, Eng. Rashid Al-Rahimi, noted that the park "embodies Kahramaa's vision and the goals of the National Program for Conservation and Energy Efficiency Tarsheed' by integrating technology, education, and community engagement through its advanced systems and awareness programs."
The park aims to instill a culture of conservation and support Qatar's sustainable future through its advanced systems and educational initiatives. It promotes environmental values and links them to daily behavior, especially among youth and students. The park offers interactive educational tours, exhibitions using AI and virtual reality, a gym that generates energy from movement, and partnerships with schools, universities, and international organizations, including UNESCO.
Inspired by Qatar's natural environment, the park's design incorporates eco-friendly materials, advanced thermal insulation, and three renewable energy sources (solar, wind, and thermal), making it a model of green architecture. The building also features smart systems, innovative irrigation technologies, and water recycling systems that reduce resource consumption, enhance natural lighting, and promote sustainable transportation.
The park welcomes over 75,000 visitors annually, with a focus on students, researchers, and families. Its educational programs include the Tarsheed Carnival, summer camps, and live experiences that make sustainability accessible for all ages. It also features an interactive library in collaboration with Qatar National Library and inclusive facilities for people with disabilities, promoting lifelong learning and community responsibility.