Hamad International Airport collaborates with KAHRAMAA to launch the Electric Vehicle Charging Station Initiative under ‘Tarsheed’

Hamad International Airport (DOH) has collaborated with Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation “KAHRAMAA” to launch the Electric Vehicle (EV) charging station initiative under the National Program for Conservation and Energy Efficiency, ‘Tarsheed’. This joint effort supports the Qatar National Vision 2030 goal of reducing the country’s carbon emissions by 25%.

The first EV charging stations for the public has been installed at the ground level of Hamad International Airport’s East car park. The new fast charger can serve two vehicles simultaneously, delivering up to 50 kW of power and provides approximately 125 kilometers of driving range in just 30 minutes. Integrated with the Tarsheed Smart EV mobile app, the application enables drivers to locate charging points, check real-time status, start or stop charging sessions remotely, and track electricity usage.

Omar Najari, Senior Vice President, Facilities Management at Hamad International Airport, stated: “Energy conservation is a key component of Hamad International Airport’s sustainability goals. Our collaboration with KAHRAMAA is a testament to our commitment to adopting energy-efficient practices by investing in new technologies and implementing initiatives to lower electricity use.”

Eng. Rashid Alrahimi, Manager, Conservation & Energy Efficiency Department at KAHRAMAA, said: “We always seek to promote energy efficiency and smart technologies that improve the quality of life while protecting the environment. Collaborating with Hamad International Airport on the new EV charging station initiative demonstrates our shared commitment to the State of Qatar’s sustainable future. Together, we are building a cleaner, greener transportation ecosystem for the country.”

The National Program for Conservation and Energy Efficiency, ‘Tarsheed’ aims to encourage the use of efficient infrastructure, including smart building devices, water-saving tools, and energy-efficient building designs and systems, to minimise waste and enhance overall resource efficiency.

Hamad International Airport has already implemented several measures to reduce electricity consumption as part of its long-term sustainability roadmap. These measures include optimising district cooling plants, replacing lighting with energy-efficient alternatives, deploying smart metering for real-time monitoring and improved electricity management, with plans to expand its EV charging station initiative. This collaboration marks the beginning of a broader effort by both organisations to advance sustainable transportation and energy efficiency across Qatar.