Eco Dome

This project is a student-led recycling and greening project that diverts single-use plastic bottles from waste streams and repurposes them into a functional greenhouse. Aligned with the environmental pillar of Qatar’s national agenda and the spirit of Qatar Sustainability Week, the project turns abstract sustainability goals into tangible action on campus. Students will collect, sort, and engineer with reclaimed materials; apply scientific enquiry (microclimate, plant growth, humidity/temperature), and practice safe construction methods while collaborating across year groups. The wooden geodesic frame—pre-built for stability and safety—enables learners to install bottle “panels,” observe thermal effects, and grow seedlings for the school garden. This integrates Science (energy transfer, materials, ecosystems), Design & Technology (structures, fasteners, tolerances), and Global Perspectives (circular economy, community impact). By tracking bottles diverted, greenhouse performance, and plant yields, students evaluate real-world impact and communicate findings to families and partners. The EcoDome becomes a living classroom and a durable sustainability showcase beyond the week itself.