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GHG Emissions Reduction in Qatar: Effective Strategies for Corporate Entities
Reading Time: 5 minutesQatar contributes approximately 0.3% of the global emissions total. Still, the emissions per person remains exceptionally high, driven by a hydrocarbon-dependent economy, with oil and natural gas accounting for over 60% of GDP, roughly 85% of export earnings, and over 70% of total government revenue. With Qatar’s Vision 2030 targeting a significant…
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Mastering IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures Including Scope 1-3 GHG Emissions for QFC-licensed Firms
Reading Time: 4 minutesQatar’s alignment with the IFRS S1 and S2 standards requires companies to have a clear understanding of how both standards are applied in principle. The ISSB issued the IFRS S2 Climate-related disclosures which set out the requirements for entities to disclose information about their climate-related risks and opportunities. Under the IFRS S2…
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Conducting Single Materiality Assessments for ESG Risks in Qatar’s Oil & Gas Sector
Reading Time: 3 minutesQatar’s oil and gas sector is currently engaged in a significant energy transition situation, requiring more attention towards the climate and environmental impact of energy activities by local and international energy stakeholders. Under the IFRS standards, companies in Qatar’s oil and gas sector are expected to perform single materiality assessments for ESG…
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Qatar’s Mandatory 2026 ESG Reporting Under IFRS S1/S2 and Compliance Requirements for QFCRA and QCB Entities
Reading Time: 3 minutesWith global ESG and sustainability commitments, Qatar is deepening its alignment from voluntary to mandatory Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting. It is worth noting that this is being spurred on by regulatory bodies such as the Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QCRA), Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE), and the Qatar Central Bank…
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Why Credible Carbon Pricing is Crucial for Qatar: Purpose and Strategies
Reading Time: 4 minutesCarbon markets are structured for structuring the efficient allocation of resources to meet carbon limitation targets. By capitalizing on a market-driven approach, it is designed to prioritize mitigation actions with marginal abatement costs, ensuring cost effective utilization of resources. Qatar is no stranger to the benefits of carbon reduction strategies as evidenced…
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ASSELLMU 7th Scientific Conference: The Case for Environmental Data Governance and Blockchain Transparency in the MENA Region
Reading Time: 2 minutesIntroduction With the environmental landscape across the MENA region currently in a state that requires key regulatory and sustainable attention, the implementation of environmental data governance directives has proven to be non-negotiable reality. On the other hand, the introduction of revolutionary advancements, such as blockchain technology, improved the methods and systems through…
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ASSELLMU 7th Scientific Conference: Bridging the Ecological and Digital Transformation Gap for Environmental Sustainability
Reading Time: 3 minutesIntroduction The MENA region is currently undergoing significant ecological transformations caused by the advent of climate change and rapid urbanization. This is triggering severe environmental damage with increasing calls for the solutions of a policy and technological nature. While policies are being created to meet this need, technological advancements already exist to…
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ASSELLMU 7th Scientific Conference: Regulatory Frameworks for Curbing Cyber Threats to Digital Environmental Infrastructure
Reading Time: 2 minutesIntroduction With the introduction of technologically enhanced sustainable systems, environmental structures are becoming more exposed to recurrent cyber attacks. Infrastructure like water supply and waste management facilities have proven to be a popular target for hackers as it gives them the ability to easily disrupt the lives of millions. A key example…
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ASSELLMU 7th Scientific Conference: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Environmental Monitoring of Marine Pollution in the MENA Region
Reading Time: 2 minutesIntroduction Over the years, marine pollution in the MENA region has grown more severe with the World Bank estimating that total waste generation is expected to double by 2050 to 255 million tons. It also doesn’t help that the region is also home to one of the world’s fastest eroding coastlines. According…
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Qatar’s Adoption of the IFRS International Sustainability Disclosure Standards; Financial and Sustainability Reporting Prospects in 2026
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn line with its commitment to proactive sustainability development, Qatar became the first country in the GCC to adopt the International Sustainability Disclosure Standards (ISSB). The country also plans to proceed with wider mandatory application, setting the pace for regional development in the field of sustainability reporting. Qatar’s consistent focus on ESG…
