Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie with officials and honourees during the event.
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie stressed that investing in young people’s environmental awareness and equipping them with environmental knowledge is fundamental to building a generation capable of preserving the country’s natural resources and supporting its environmental sustainability efforts.
The Minister made the remarks while honouring students and participating entities in the third edition of the 2026 Summer Environmental Club, organised by the Ministry under the theme “Guardians of the Environment.” The two-week programme brought together 26 students aged 11 to 17 and was attended by ministry officials and representatives of participating organisations.
His Excellency said the Summer Environmental Club reflects the Ministry’s commitment to offering educational programmes that combine theoretical learning with practical experience, enabling participants to gain firsthand insight into environmental work and the State’s efforts to protect the environment and conserve biodiversity.
He emphasised that environmental protection begins with knowledge and awareness before becoming a daily practice and a shared responsibility. The enthusiasm and engagement demonstrated by the students during workshops and field visits, he added, reflect growing environmental awareness among younger generations and their readiness to contribute to national initiatives.
He affirmed the Ministry’s commitment to engaging young people through awareness and training programmes that introduce them to environmental challenges and the solutions used to address them, while encouraging them to develop ideas and initiatives that support environmental protection.
Minister of Environment and Climate Change Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie also expressed appreciation to the participating entities and Ministry departments for their contribution to the programme, noting that their cooperation in organising activities and field visits enriched the club’s content and enhanced the students’ learning experience.
The two-week programme featured a series of workshops and field visits covering environmental photography, recycling, environmental monitoring and inspection, marine biodiversity, the safe use of radiation, marine environmental protection, houbara bustard breeding, and hazardous waste tracking. The activities were designed to enhance participants’ environmental awareness and provide them with practical experience in environmental conservation.
