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Featured: Workshop with Deloitte
As part of Qatar Sustainability Week 2025, Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) hosted the Green Skills for a Green Economy training program on 8 November 2025, a Deloitte-led program designed in collaboration with ISEP to equip participants with the knowledge and competencies needed for a sustainable future.The training introduced attendees to the fundamentals of environmental sustainability, the skills needed to address the climate emergency, and the expanding landscape of green careers across industries. Students, staff, and faculty from Education City universities and beyond engaged in discussions that explored climate awareness, real-world sustainability challenges, and emerging opportunities within the green economy.Throughout the session, engaging activities—including discussions, collaborative exercises, and short knowledge-check challenges—helped reinforce key concepts and connect theoretical ideas to practical application. The training concluded with a networking lunch, offering participants time to exchange insights, ask questions, and connect with peers and facilitators in a relaxed, reflective setting.
Sustainability Week
Group Step Count Challenge
This event was a collaborative initiative between EcoCampus and the Chicken Legs Club. Joining required forming a team, logging steps, and competing against the rest of the university.
Sustainability Week
Wasteless Wednesday: My Plate Our Planet and Origami
This initiative was designed to tackle both food and paper waste through the "reduce, reuse, recycle" principle. The event combined two core activities: a food waste reduction campaign based on the Qatar Foundation initiative and an upcycling project addressing paper waste in collaboration with Arts & Crafts Club and Renee Barcelona.
Sustainability Week
Car Free Thursday: Tram Tour & Scavenger Hunt
The tram tour was leveled up with a fun Sustainability Scavenger Hunt! This event, to was faciliatated by Nancy Malaeb and Mohamed Alkhodary, to challenge the CMU-Q community—students, faculty, and staff—to participate in a car-free day by utilizing sustainable transport options.
Sustainability Week
Friday Exclusive: The Global Screen
This was a curated cinematic experience designed to inspire change! The Global Screen was an exclusive movie night where film met conscious living. Participants gained global awareness on pressing environmental and social challenges, spark meaningful discussions, fostering a sense of global citizenship and empowerment.
My Plate Our Planet
We launched My Plate, Our Planet, an Education City–wide sustainability initiative to encourage everyone to finish what they take - helping reduce food waste and build mindful dining habits across our cafeterias.
Upcycling Workshop
Ready to turn trash into treasure? Join us for "Upcycling Workshop," a hands-on workshop focused on creative reuse and sustainable living. Learn how to transform everyday materials into new, useful items while contributing to a greener campus. This is a fantastic opportunity to unleash your creativity, meet fellow students, and make a tangible difference. Stay tuned for full details on the date, time, and location!
The Green Vendors Fair
Get ready to explore the best of sustainable living right here on campus! Our upcoming Green Vendors Fair will feature a variety of eco-conscious businesses, both local and international, from delicious vegan food to unique upcycled products. It’s the perfect opportunity to support sustainable initiatives and discover new ways to live green. Come celebrate a greener future with us and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for the planet. Stay tuned for details on how you can be part of this exciting event!
Recurring Events
Gardening Workshop: Desert Gardening
We are excited to invite you to learn about gardening in Qatar through our Gardening Workshop Series, presented by Hadiqaa! This series will cover essential horticultural techniques. This session focused on Desert Gardening & Local Planting Conditions giving overview of the gardening possibilities in Qatar
EcoSocial for Students
Join us for EcoSocial, a new monthly gathering for all CMU-Q students! Connect with peers, engage in global issue talks, and participate in fun, eco-friendly activities. It's the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded people, share ideas, and help build a more sustainable community.
Community Garden
We’re reaching out to everyone in our community to help us shape the future of the garden. Whether you have a passion for gardening, experience growing plants, or simply want to contribute ideas on how to utilize the space, we welcome your input.
Beach Clean-Up with DEAP Qatar
Join us for a beach cleanup in collaboration with the Doha Environmental Actions Project (DEAP). This is your chance to actively combat plastic pollution and help protect Qatar's beautiful coastline. By working together, we can make a tangible difference in our local environment and promote a healthier planet. All students, faculty, and staff are invited to join this important community effort.
Archived Events
Reboot The Earth Hackathon
Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar hosted Reboot the Earth Doha from October 2–4, in partnership with the United Nations, Salesforce, and other global collaborators. This global hackathon brought together students, developers, scientists, and climate advocates to design open-source digital public goods addressing urgent challenges in agriculture and AI.
Date & time: October 2-4 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Location: East-West Walkway
Recycling Tour at Paper Factory
This was an opportunity for to firsthand experience how recycling works and to understand its vital role in our community and the environment.
Date & time: 24 February 2025 l 2:00 PM
Location: Off-campus
Green Vendor Fair
This event encouraged community building activities to savor delicious food, discover new insights, and connect with others who share passion for sustainability.
Date & time: February 16 2025 l 1:00 PM
Location: East Walkway
Leading Green: CMU-Q's Sustainability Journey & Call to Action
This event featured a showcase (mini poster exhibit) of sustainability initiatives at CMU-Q, an engaging panel discussion to share challenges and opportunities for sustainability in HEIs and its impact on the local community,.
Date & time: April 16, 2025 | 12:45 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Moot Boardroom
FEE Conference
EcoCampus represented CMU-Q at the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) Conference in Malaysia this September, 2025. They presented our impactful projects, showcasing the university’s commitment to sustainability on a global platform. This opportunity allowed participants to exchange knowledge with international leaders and elevate CMU-Q's reputation as a sustainability advocate.
Date & time: 20 September 2025
Location: Malaysia
General Assembly
As a community, we recognize the critical importance of sustainability and eco-conscious practices in today’s rapidly changing world. This meeting offers a great opportunity for you to contribute to CMU-Q's efforts in leading the way toward sustainability.
Sound Bath
A sound bath was a full-body listening experience designed to induce deep relaxation through vibroacoustic therapy.
Good Health Session
This features a series of wellbeing sessions aimed at supporting the emotional and psychological needs of the CMU-Q community, and to helping navigate with the necessary tools for managing stress, building resilience, and maintaining emotional well-being.
Gut Microbiome-Brain Axis Exhibition Opening
EcoCampus Calendar
Check out our calendar for a full list of events and activities.
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