5th RetrofitTech and Sustainable Buildings Qatar Summit

Mohamed Abdelwaheb, Associate, Building Services, will take the stage on 22 September 2026 to present “Deep retrofit: unlocking Qatar’s net zero future.” 

As Qatar accelerates its journey to net zero, success will depend not only on the buildings yet to be constructed, but also on improving the performance of those already in operation. By 2050, up to 80% of today's buildings are expected to remain in use, many of them designed for a very different era of energy consumption, performance requirements and regulatory standards. Without intervention, these assets risk becoming inefficient, non-compliant and increasingly costly to operate.

Drawing on practical retrofit strategies and project case studies, Mohamed will explore how deep retrofit can unlock carbon reduction, improve operational performance and extend asset value across the built environment.

The summit will bring together industry leaders and policymakers to address key challenges and opportunities in the built environment. Through real-world examples and expert insights, the event will showcase the innovations shaping Qatar's construction sector and driving the transition to a more sustainable future.