Fatima Al-Zahra Al-Mheiribi

Qatari engineer leading sustainable architecture innovations for major global events

Fatima Al-Zahra Al-Mheiribi is a pioneering Qatari civil engineer whose work has redefined sustainable infrastructure development through her role in designing the 2022 FIFA World Cup stadiums. As the Director of Sustainability at Qatar's Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy, she spearheaded the implementation of cutting-edge green technologies including solar-powered cooling systems and water recycling mechanisms in the Lusail Iconic Stadium. Her visionary approach incorporated 40% recycled materials in construction and achieved LEED Platinum certification for multiple venues, setting new global standards for large-scale event infrastructure. Al-Mheiribi's work extends beyond sports venues to include the Qatar National Food Security Programme where she developed innovative agricultural solutions using desert-adapted crop systems. Her TEDx Talk "Building Tomorrow's Sustainability Today" has been viewed over 2 million times, inspiring a new generation of engineers. She co-authored the "Sustainable Stadium Design Framework" published in the Journal of Green Engineering, and her team's work was featured in National Geographic's 2023 documentary series "Engineering the Future". Al-Mheiribi's contributions have positioned Qatar as a leader in sustainable urban development, influencing policies in GCC countries through her advisory role with the Gulf Cooperation Council's Environmental Agency.