Gulf Organisation for Research & Development

Gulf Organisation for Research & Development The Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD) is an RDI entity recognized among leading organizations in the global sustainability milieu.

GORD drives the transformation of societies, industries and the built environment by influencing corporate ethos, fostering innovation and developing capacity to enable low-carbon sustainable growth for present and future generations. Headquartered in Qatar Science and Technology Park, GORD drives the transformation of societies, industries, and the built environment by influencing corporate ethos

, fostering innovation, and developing capacity to enable low-carbon sustainable growth for present and future generations. The organization’s key operations include R&D, standards setting, green buildings certification, accreditation services, voluntary carbon markets, performance testing, 3D prototyping, knowledge dissemination and advisory services on sustainability and climate change for governments, non-government, public and private sector organizations in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). GORD furthers its sustainability drive through its centers of excellence and affiliates. The organization has five centers of excellence, namely GSAS Trust, GORD Institute, GORD Academy, GORD LABS, GORD Advisory and GORD 3D, in addition to two affiliates – Global Carbon Council (GCC) and Global Accreditation Bureau (GAB).

17/06/2026

الدوحة - قنا:وقعت المنظمة الخليجية للبحث والتطوير 'جورد' والمجلس العالمي للبصمة...

We are proud to announce that the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD) has signed a strategic tripartite ...
16/06/2026

We are proud to announce that the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD) has signed a strategic tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Global Carbon Council (GCC) and the Environment Protection and Development Authority (EPDA) of Ras Al Khaimah.

Signed by Dr. Yousef M. Alhorr Founding Chairman of GORD & GCC and H.E. Dr. Mohammed bin Yousif Al Madfaei Director General of EPDA, this partnership creates a powerful ecosystem to accelerate regional decarbonization and sustainable development.

By bridging national environmental governance with global market integrity, this partnership translates regional climate ambitions into practical, scalable solutions.

Read the full press release here: (link in bio)

Join us at Project Qatar today, where 10 of Qatar’s leading organisations will receive their Sustainability Excellence A...
11/06/2026

Join us at Project Qatar today, where 10 of Qatar’s leading organisations will receive their Sustainability Excellence Awards:
 
🏥 Sustainable Healthcare Operations: Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC)
🎓 Sustainable Education Operations: Qatar Foundation
🏛️ Carbon Neutral Cultural Destination: Qatar Museums
🚇 Sustainable Public Transportation: Qatar Rail 
🏗️ Sustainable Urban Development: Ashghal
💧 Sustainable Resource Management: KAHRAMAA (Tarsheed)
📈 Sustainable Corporate Leadership: Qatar Investment Authority (QIA)
⚡ Sustainable Energy Sector Leadership: QatarEnergy
🎓 Sustainable Higher Education: Qatar University
 
🕓 4:10–6:00 PM
📍 Conference Area, Hall 4, Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), West Bay
 

Ramlah bint Abi Sufyan Secondary School for Girls, Hind bint Amr Al-Ansariyyah Preparatory School for Girls, and Ibn Tay...
10/06/2026

Ramlah bint Abi Sufyan Secondary School for Girls, Hind bint Amr Al-Ansariyyah Preparatory School for Girls, and Ibn Taymeya Secondary School for Boys have received the GSAS Design & Build 3 Stars certification, reflecting a commitment to sustainable building practices and environmental responsibility across Qatar’s educational infrastructure.
 
GSAS is officially adopted as the regional Gulf Standard GSO 3000:2025 for sustainable buildings across all GCC countries.
 
Congratulations to the entire project team.

Dr. Yousef Alhorr, Founding Chairman of the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD), was among a select grou...
04/06/2026

Dr. Yousef Alhorr, Founding Chairman of the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD), was among a select group of prominent figures celebrated by Place Vendôme through its newly launched “Rooted in Resilience” initiative – a community-focused campaign inspired by the Sidra tree and its enduring significance in Qatari culture.

The campaign’s launch included a special tree planting ceremony at Place Vendôme Mall, where Dr. Alhorr planted a SidraTree. A commemorative plaque featuring his name was also installed alongside the tree to pay a lasting tribute to his contributions to environmental stewardship and green building leadership.

The campaign draws its inspiration from the Sidra tree, a symbol of strength, protection, and endurance in Qatar’s heritage. Through the initiative, Place Vendôme sought to celebrate individuals whose achievements embody these values, while fostering a deeper connection between cultural identity, community engagement, and sustainable progress.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Alhorr expressed his appreciation for the initiative’s emphasis on cultural heritage and collective responsibility, highlighting the importance of preserving values that inspire future generations while advancing a more sustainable future.

04/06/2026

Dr. Yousef Alhorr is a Qatari scientist, innovator, and environmentalist best known as the founding chairman of the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development, the Global Carbon Council, the Global Accreditation Bureau, GORD 3D, and the Climate Action Center of Excellence.

Across these platforms, he has led the development of sustainability rating systems, low carbon construction standards, and high‑integrity carbon credit mechanisms that translate climate and ESG commitments into implementable frameworks for cities, industries, and investors.

His work sits at the intersection of research, policy, and technology. From advising on green building codes and energy‑efficiency funds to supporting mega events and national programs as a sustainability advisor, he has helped embed climate considerations into infrastructure, real estate, and national development agendas. Earlier roles in academia and industry leadership including senior positions at Qatar University and Barwa Real Estate sharpened his ability to move ideas from the lab and policy table into large scale deployment.

With a PhD in materials engineering from UMIST at the University of Manchester and advanced degrees from George Washington University and Qatar University, Dr. Alhorr combines scientific depth with institutional and entrepreneurial experience.

Inspired presents Dr. Yousef Alhorr as a climate‑innovation architect who builds the standards, institutions, and tools that make sustainability measurable, investable, and actionable across the region and beyond.

Join us in celebrating your journey to motivate others and inspire the world.
Contact us via WhatsApp: https://wa.link/h0ww1x (+971 55 690 8302).

Fox Hills Residential A-19 & A-22 in Lusail, has received the GSAS Design & Build 2 Stars certification, reflecting a ...
31/05/2026

Fox Hills Residential A-19 & A-22 in Lusail, has received the GSAS Design & Build 2 Stars certification, reflecting a commitment to sustainable building practices and environmental responsibility.
 
GSAS is officially adopted as the regional Gulf Standard GSO 3000:2025 for sustainable buildings across all GCC countries.
 
Congratulations to the entire project team.
 

عيدكم مباركم، وعساكم من عوادهEid Mubarak ✨
26/05/2026

عيدكم مباركم، وعساكم من عواده
Eid Mubarak ✨

GORD and the University of Oum El Bouaghi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance sustainability education ...
24/05/2026

GORD and the University of Oum El Bouaghi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance sustainability education and green building capacity in Algeria.

The agreement formally integrates GSAS into the university’s engineering and architectural curricula. Faculty will receive advanced training and professional GSAS certification, enabling them to train undergraduate and postgraduate students on GSAS Design & Build Certification.
 
The MoU directly supports Algeria’s NDC under the Paris Agreement, targeting a 7% unconditional reduction in GHG emissions by 2030.

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تشرفت بلقاء حضرة صاحب السمو الشيخ تميم بن حمد آل ثاني أمير البلاد المفدى، وتسلم جائزة الدولة التشجيعية في فئة العلوم الب...
19/05/2026

تشرفت بلقاء حضرة صاحب السمو الشيخ تميم بن حمد آل ثاني أمير البلاد المفدى، وتسلم جائزة الدولة التشجيعية في فئة العلوم البحتة والتطبيقية لعام 2026 من سموه.

أعتز بهذا التكريم واعتبر ذلك زيادة في المسؤولية نحو مواصلة العمل في خدمة البحث العلمي والابتكار، والمساهمة في دعم مسيرة التنمية في دولتنا الحبيبة قطر.

I was honored to meet His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and to receive from His Highness the State Encouragement Award in the category of Pure and Applied Sciences for 2026.

I am truly proud of this recognition and consider it an added responsibility to continue serving scientific research and innovation, and contributing to the development journey of our beloved country, Qatar.

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