Initiative launched for sustainable water, energy utilization
Published Feb 03, 2010Texas A&M at Qatar this week launched the Qatar Sustainable Water and Energy Utilization Initiative, a multifaceted research endeavor that focuses on long-term sustainability of Qatar's natural resources.
"By building a Qatar-based core group of engineers trained with the scientific and technical know-how to research sustainable long-lasting solutions to make energy utilization a reality, I am confident the QWE will be a major factor in Qatar's educational and industrial infrastructure," said His Excellency Dr. Mohammed Bin Saleh Al-Sada, minister of state for energy and industry affairs, on Monday during the launch of the Qatar Sustainable Water and Energy Utilization Initiative.
The QWE will establish a center of scientific and technical excellence dedicated to supporting Qatar in addressing pressing water and energy issues of priority and importance. "The launch of the QWE will directly contribute to the future of Qatar," said Dr. Mark H. Weichold, dean and CEO. "The QWE is one of Texas A&M at Qatar's boldest and most important research initiatives yet."