Qatar builds carbon neutral 2022 World Cup stadium

Kier has provided the solar energy system for a new 500-seater ‘model stadium’ in Qatar.
Kier has provided the solar energy system for a new 500-seater ‘model stadium’ in Qatar.

By Renewable Energy Focus staff

Kier Group provided the 500-seater stadium with 512 Mitsubishi 185 W polycrystalline solar PV modules and 6 SMA 1500 TL phase inverters. The solar farm is located outside the stadium.

The stadium, designed by Arup Associates also features a solar cooling system.

Qatar plans to build 12 full-size carbon neutral stadiums based on the test stadium for the 2022 World Cup.