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The 6th proposed 2022 FIFA World Cup venue, "Al Thumama Stadium" to achieve GSAS 4-Star certification

Aug 21,2017

Al Thumama Stadium is targeting GSAS (Global Sustainability Assessment System) 4-Star certification for both design and construction with a particular focus on water and energy efficiency, and a commitment to maintaining architectural and cultural heritage.

The prototype stadium 'Showcase' at Al Thumama Stadium precinct will be used by GORD until 2022 to demonstrate using the power of the sun for stadium cooling, through their new hybrid super-efficient technology.

Read the details on SC website here:

http://www.sc.qa/en/stadiums/al-thumama-stadium/sustainability

Watch the Al Thumama Stadium video here:

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