06 Thursday, September 19, 2019 Nation GECF, 3 new embassies join EPR growing green network in The embassies of Sweden, Ecuador and Tanzania have partnered with Qatari SME Elite Paper Recycling (EPR) Ailyn Agonia is an important task for us at DOHA the embassy. It is an important priority for Sweden in its rela- GAS Exporting Countries Fo- tions with Qatar. Recycling of rum (GECF) and the embas- paper makes for efficient use of sies of Sweden, Ecuador and an important resource.” Katara General Manager Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti with In- Tanzania are the latest institu- Ambassador Baki said: dian Ambassador to Qatar HE P Kumaran (right) and members of tions in Qatar to partner with “Taking care of the environ- the Indian community, at the opening of the ‘Islamic Antiquities in Qatari SME Elite Paper Recy- ment is something very close ’ exhibition in Katara on Tuesday. cling (EPR) in raising public to my heart. Ecuador has awareness on the importance taken care of the environment of environment care and re- for a long time. More than 25 Photo exhibition tells cycling among companies, or- percent of our territory are ganisations and households. protected areas.” EPR Chairman Abdalla al Also on the occasion, EPR the stories of Islamic Suwaidi signed an MoU with Chairman Abdalla al Suwaidi GECF Secretary-General Dr underlined their continuous Yury Sentyurin, Ambassador efforts to raise people’s aware- monuments in India of Sweden to Qatar HE Anders ness of environmental care and Bengtcen, Ecuadorian Ambas- recycling. He said, “EPR has Ailyn Agonia the mausoleum of King Mo- sador to Qatar HE Ivonne A EPR Chairman Abdalla al Suwaidi (second from right) with GECF Secretary- General Dr Yury Sentyurin (third placed more than 2500 cages DOHA hammed adil Shah called Baki and Ambassador of Tan- from right), Ambassador of Sweden to Qatar HE Anders Bengtcen (third from left), Ecuador Ambassador to for collection of paper waste all Gol Gumbaz (17th century zania to Qatar HE Fatma Mo- Qatar HE Ivonne A Baki (centre) and Ambassador of Tanzania to Qatar HE Fatma Mohammed Rajab (second over Qatar and has around 500 MORE than 30 photographs and Bidar Fort in Karnataka hammed Rajab at the GECF from left), at the GECF Office on Wednesday. to 600 partnerships with lo- of a variety of Islamic monu- (15th-16th century). Office at Tornado Tower on cal institutions. Currently, we ments belonging to different Wednesday to formalise the accounting for 70 percent of in which redundant consumer Africa, we are facing the same have partnerships with more periods of Indian history were landmark partnerships. world proven gas reserves, 45 goods are viewed as input rath- problems of environmental than 250 schools and there unveiled during the opening A view of the rich Islamic Speaking on the occasion, percent of global gas produc- er than waste,” Sentyurin said. hazards. Like in Tanzania, we are still more than 100 schools of the exhibition titled ‘Is- heritage of India is pre- GECF Secretary-General Sen- tion, 64 percent of gas pipeline The three new embassies have just abolished the use of that will join us by the end of lamic Antiquities in India’ at sented in the exhibition tyurin underscored the role of and 54 percent LNG trade. that have also signed partner- plastic bags. Joining EPR is one the year. And so by 2020, we Building 19, Hall 1, of Katara through the eyes of noted their institution as a responsi- “The green initiative which ship with EPR join Uruguay, of our roles to bring awareness will be covering most of the Cultural Village on Tuesday. filmmaker, art historian ble actor in the energy sector. we are set to support is focused Switzerland, Italy and Argen- not only to Qatar, but also to our schools in the country. We col- Katara General Manager He said that the GECF, an on protecting ever-so-fragile tina in the growing network country and Africa,” said Rajab. lect more than 3,000 tonnes Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al Su- and photographer international governmental or- environment and laying a solid of green embassies in Qatar. Ambassador Bengtcen every month. We also receive laiti inaugurated the exhibi- Benoy K Behl ganisation and an observer to ground towards self-sufficien- Tanzania is the first African added, “For me and for the more than 300 calls daily for tion in the presence of Indi- the United Nations Framework cy and self-sustainability. At diplomatic mission to be part Swedish embassy this is a very home collection.” He also an- an Ambassador to Qatar HE “The most important Convention on Climate Change, the same time, we consider this of the EPR-led initiative. important document that we nounced the unveiling of EPRs P Kumaran and members of characteristic of India is its has 19 member countries that paper recycling programme as “Environment protection will sign today, which means Eco Dome aimed at environ- the Indian community, as religious and cultural plural- are prominent natural gas pro- one step forward in transition is not only important for Qatar that we will be contributing to ment public awareness which well as other art enthusiasts. ism, which made it carry a his- ducers and exporters, jointly towards a ‘circular economy’ but also all over the world. In sustainability in Qatar and that will take place in October. A view of the rich Islamic torical heritage and a cultural heritage of India is present- spirit for more than 5,000 ed in the exhibition through years”, Ambassador Kumaran the eyes of noted filmmaker, said on the occasion. art historian and photogra- He also thanked the Ka- HIA recognises stakeholders for energy-saving practices pher Benoy K Behl. tara Cultural Village for its Behl is known for his continuous efforts in provid- Tribune News Network taking considerable strides in tireless and prolific output of ing a cultural platform that DOHA sustainable airport operations, work over the past 43 years. brings people together. but also encourages our stake- The images on display in- Behl has taken over Hamad International Air- holders and contractors at large clude TajMahal in Agra (17th 52,000 photographs of port has announced its latest to take our environment and its century), UNESCO World Asian monuments and art initiative to boost sustainable future as seriously as we do.” Heritage Site QutubMinar in heritage and made 140 docu- and energy-saving practices at The award applications were Delhi (early 13thcentury), Bi- mentaries on art history. His the world-class hub -- the ‘En- evaluated by the Energy Saving lal Khan Qazi Mosque (14th exhibitions have been warm- ergy Savings and Performance and Performance Awards Eval- century), Mosque of Sultan ly received in 72 countries Awards’. Implemented by HIA’s uation Committee comprising a Ahmad Shah (15th century), around the world. Energy Working Group (EWG), selection of members from the the award champions airport HIA Energy Working Group as stakeholders and facilities man- well as experts in various fields agement (FM) contractors that HIA officials with stakeholders and contractors during the ‘Energy Saving and Performance Awards’ in Doha. of energy-related activities in- continue to implement energy- cluding environment, electrical saving strategies in their various to all concerned parties, lead- stakeholders and contractors conscious practices for a sus- and HVAC. The methodology fields of operations at HIA. ing to a total of 17 applications who have contributed to the tainable future. As the gateway of the selection process includ- The Energy Saving and received across Best Energy improvement of HIA energy to Qatar, HIA assumes signifi- ed the scientific verification of Performance Awards com- Conservation Project and Best efficiency were considered for cant responsibility in reducing data, a comprehensive review prised three categories: Best Contractor for Energy Sav- the awards. its environmental impact and of total energy savings per num- Energy Conservation Project, ings. Commenting on the awards, adopting sustainable practice ber of staff for each applicant, Best Contractor for Energy A total of 10 stakeholders Vice-President Facilities Man- across all of its operations. a review of energy projects and Savings, and Best Stakeholder were considered for the Best agement Michael McMillan “We are proud of HIA’s En- initiatives, and contractor/ for Energy Savings. Stakeholder for Energy Sav- said, “Qatar is witnessing rapid ergy Working Group for imple- stakeholder commitment to Invitations across these ings Category. All business growth and development that menting an initiative that not environmental activities and categories were disseminated units of Qatar Airways Group, demands environmentally- only recognises those who are engagements.

Famous brands debut Qatar Charity to discuss role of sport in empowerment of refugees at UN at Doha Festival City mall Tribune News Network for Development (QFFD)UN- sports in conflict-torn commu- many international humani- ment with UNICEF. Doha HCR, the UN Refugee Agency, nities, the importance of the tarian organisations, humani- The event will also include Tribune News Network ing store that offers the latest in International Organization for use of sports as a tool to achieve tarian experts, and sports an accompanying exhibition Doha fashion trends catering for all QATAR Charity (QC) will hold Migration (IOM), the German peace and development goals, stars from Kenya, Somalia with different pictures and ages; HEMA an international a panel discussion entitled ‘The Corporation for International and strengthening the global and Afghanistan, who fled materials showing humanitar- Doha Festival City (DFC), store with offerings in beauty, Role of Sport in Safeguarding Cooperation (GIZ) and Save framework for leveraging sport their countries and settled in ian programmes and projects Qatar’s preferred and world- bath, home, study, cook, kids and Empowering Refugees and The Dream. for development and peace. other countries, will also take that use sports for peace and class destination for shop- and baby products; Angelina IDPs’, at the UN Headquarters QC’s delegation will in- The dialogue will also discuss part in the dialogue. development, like Qatar Char- ping and entertainment, has Paris, a sophisticated restau- in New York, on the sidelines of clude Yousef al Kuwari, the perspectives and horizons At the end of the event, QC ity’s initiative entitled ‘Sports announced a number of new rant founded in 1903 by An- its participation in the 74th ses- CEO; Mohamed al Ghamdi, that sports can create for a will sign many cooperation for Peace in Darfur’, launched brands that have joined its toine Rumpelmayer, a famous sion of the United Nations Gen- chief governance officer, and more dignified life of refugees agreements with several UN in cooperation with QFFD, in chain of stores, including tea house well known primarily eral Assembly on September 22. Ahmed al Rumaihi, head of and IDPs and the challenges agencies and organisations, addition to GIZ Sports for De- HEMA, JOVOY Perfumes, for its almost pudding-like hot The panel discussion is International Partnerships. that face the use of sports as a including an agreement with velopment in refugee camps Lamsat Harayer, Oro Jewelry, chocolate and its Mont Blanc being organised by QC, in co- The panel discussion will tool for development. UNRWA and IOM, in addition in and Palestine, and G2000, R&B Fashion store dessert; G2000, a timeless and operation with Qatar Fund focus on the shift towards Several officials fromto signing a framework agree- ‘Save the Dream’ projects. and Qatar’s very first indoor seasonal professional cloth- snow park, Snow Dunes. ing store for men and women, Customers can now visit and SNOW DUNES which is JOVOY, a well-known global Qatar’s first indoor snow park brand founded by François Hé- featuring a fantastical Arabian- nin in 2006, where experienced style castle with activities for Fifty One East hosts trunk show for Azzi & perfumery specialists will as- the whole family. sist them to find their signature Robert Hall, general man- scents from a selection of high- ager of Doha Festival City, Osta Haute Couture and Bridal Collections end niche perfumes. said: “We thrive to create long- JOVOY offers a shopping term relationships with local Tribune News Network Lagoona Mall. lace craftsmanship that cap- Enriched by their experience experience with its unique Pa- and international brands to Doha The latest creations were in- ture a lightness of motion. and training with Elie Saab, risian ambience. bring the best retail experience spired by the golden age of cou- The palette for the collec- they set out to create the Azzi Lamsat Harayer, a Middle to our shoppers. We would like Fifty One East, Qatar’s fa- ture of the 1950s, producing a tion is inspired by delicious & Osta couture house in 2010. East leader in fashion, special- to thank everyone who chose vourite department store, collection that weaves together floral notes; rose pink, Their signature style was ised in elegant abaya designs, to be with us as a business recently hosted a glamour- vintage allure and modern deep orchid, crimson then quickly established; offers a superb collection for partner and we remain com- ous two-day trunk glamour to capti- red, gardenia, pastel a style highlighted with women inspired by the orien- mitted to being the best in the show featuring vate audiences. lavender, grey lilac and its challenging conceptual tal taste of Arab and Kuwaiti business of retail experience.” the AW19/20 Azzi & Osta’s green lily with the volumes that are vin- women. Doha Festival City has Haute Couture & signature sculpt- mesmerising tulip tage at their soul. Another exciting store to more than 420 Stores featur- bridal collections ed silhouettes fea- sorbet featuring Azzi & Osta cre- join the mall is Oro Jewelry, ing iconic brands such as Har- for the eminent ture concave waist- as the embroidery ates unique, elegant which provides jewellery fans vey Nichols, Charlotte Tilbury, Azzi & Osta in lines, elegantly motif. and eclectic couture with specialty pieces in gold, Kiehl’s, Dior Beauty Boutique, the presence of manipulated in Azzi & Osta is pieces for the modern diamonds and gemstones. ACE and the country’s one and the designers. noble Silk Moi- a Beyrouth-based stylish woman. Azzi & Other stores that have also only IKEA which has been open The show ré and Double couture house Osta’s collections are joined Doha Festival City are since 2013. Doha Festival City was attended Satin Duchesse, founded by the exclusively avail- Ciragan Dantel, a Turkish store caters to the whole family and by VIP and fash- reminiscent of designer-duo able in Qatar at for handmade textiles with all income levels, bringing the ion enthusiasts in the structured the 50s juxtaposed with exqui- George Azzi and Fifty One East, style and quality; R&B a cloth- ultimate shopping experience. Fifty One East at couture fabrics of site ‘point d’esprit’, tulle and Assaad Osta. Lagoona Mall.