Qatar's Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has recycled more than 300,000 tonnes of construction and demolition (C&D) waste and diverted 2.5 million cubic metres of excavated materials for recycling since 2022, underscoring the country's growing focus on resource efficiency and circular construction practices.

The authority said the achievements are part of an integrated waste management system implemented across its building projects, aimed at reducing landfill disposal, maximizing material recovery and supporting the sustainability goals outlined in Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third National Development Strategy.

According to Ashghal, approximately 2.5 million cubic metres of excavation materials have been reused or transferred to the recycling facilities of Qatar Primary Materials Company (QPMC), where they are processed for use in future construction projects. In addition, more than 300,000 tonnes of C&D waste have been recycled, helping conserve natural resources while reducing the environmental footprint of infrastructure development.

The authority's waste diversion efforts extend beyond construction debris. Around 80,000 tonnes of timber waste generated at project sites have been reused, while 7,000 tonnes of plastic, 3,000 tonnes of paper and 1,000 tonnes of scrap metal have been sent to approved recycling facilities. Nearly 8,000 tonnes of food waste have also been recovered by converting the material into organic compost or processing it at dedicated treatment facilities.

Ashghal said the integrated approach has improved resource efficiency, minimized waste generation and advanced circular economy principles across its construction portfolio. The initiative also reflects Qatar's broader strategy to embed sustainability into infrastructure development while reducing dependence on virgin construction materials.

According to reports, the announcement follows another milestone reported earlier this month, when Ashghal revealed that it recycled more than 5.57 million tonnes of construction materials during 2025, achieving an overall recycling rate of 63% more than double its target of 30%. The recycled materials included asphalt, excavation materials and demolition waste used in roads and infrastructure projects, highlighting the authority's continued efforts to close material loops in the construction sector.