Doha:Barwa Real Estate Group has entered into a cooperation agreement with the Gulf Organization for Research and Development (GORD) to enhance the sustainability and operational efficiency of real estate assets. The agreement was signed by Waseef CEO Eng. Mohammed Ismail Al Emadi and GORD Founding Chairman Dr. Yousef bin Mohammed Alhorr at Barwa Real Estate Group's pavilion during Cityscape Qatar 2026.

According to Qatar News Agency, the collaboration aims to implement the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) standards, promoting sustainable and environmentally responsible buildings. This initiative will focus on optimizing energy and resource consumption, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing the environmental performance of real estate assets.

The agreement also includes the exchange of knowledge and technical expertise between the two parties, with a focus on developing practical initiatives tailored to existing buildings and properties. These efforts are designed to improve performance, support sustainability compliance, and maintain the operational efficiency and long-term value of assets.

Barwa Real Estate Group is committed to advancing sustainability and efficiency in its property portfolio by adopting enhanced asset management and operational practices. Waseef CEO Eng. Mohammed Ismail Al Emadi emphasized the importance of sustainability in asset management, noting its role in operational efficiency and long-term asset value preservation.

Dr. Yousef Alhorr of GORD expressed satisfaction with the partnership, highlighting its potential to expand the application of GSAS standards in real estate management. He noted that the cooperation provides an opportunity to apply these standards and GORD’s expertise to achieve measurable improvements in existing assets, optimizing energy and resource consumption to improve environmental and operational performance.