From Ambition to Action | April 2025

In April’s edition of "From Ambition to Action", dive into the exciting initiatives showcased during Saudi Environment Week. Held under this year’s theme, 'Our Environment is a Treasure', we highlight new successes in wildlife conservation, Saudi Arabia’s push to solar power, best-in-class practices in the circular carbon economy, and much more.

Read on to discover how Saudi Arabia drove climate and environment action!

♻️🌍 Saudi Circular Carbon Economy is Setting a Global Benchmark

Saudi Arabia's Circular Carbon Economy Framework sets a global standard for emissions reduction through the 4Rs—reduce, reuse, recycle, and remove—aiming for net-zero by 2060. Key goals include restoring 1 billion hectares of degraded land by 2040 and achieving 50% renewable energy in its energy mix. Initiatives like NEOM 's zero-carbon infrastructure and KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology) 's research in carbon capture and sustainable fuels support these efforts.

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☀️ Saudi Businesses Turn to Solar Power

Saudi Arabia is becoming a leading solar market as businesses like Fakeeh Care Group and Tamer Group install rooftop solar panels, saving up to SAR440,000 annually. Driven by subsidy cuts and falling photovoltaic costs, the Kingdom continues to advance its status as a solar energy leader.

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🌳🇸🇦 100 Mangrove Seedlings Planted in Al-Qunfudhah Governate as Part of Saudi Environment Week

During Saudi Environment Week, Al-Qunfudhah planted 100 mangrove seedlings and launched a beach cleanup campaign. Supported by community and private sector partnerships, the initiative showcased the role of education and collaboration in driving sustainability and preserving natural heritage.

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🌱 Environmental Awareness Society Plants 10K trees During Saudi Environment Week

As part of Saudi Environment Week, Qassim’s Environmental Awareness Society planted 10K trees under the Prince Faisal bin Mishaal Center project. The project focuses on preserving rare plants, rehabilitating ecosystems, and promoting sustainability to enhance biodiversity and improve quality of life.

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🐋 Dugong Conservation Takes Center Stage During Saudi Environment Week

Dugong conservation takes center stage during Saudi Environment Week, with the National Center for Wildlife المركز الوطني لتنمية الحياة الفطرية (NCW) highlighting the species’ importance to the marine ecosystem and its status as a symbol for conservation. NCW held awareness workshops and released a number of its latest studies over the course of the week.

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🤝 IUCN Promotes Andalusia and Saudi Arabia Protected Areas Exchanges

A Saudi delegation from the هيئة تطوير محمية الملك عبدالعزيز الملكية participated in a technical exchange in Andalusia, Spain, organized by the International Union for Conservation of Nature ( IUCN ). The visit covered governance, planning, and conservation best practices for protected areas and highlights efforts to foster international collaboration and establish effective, sustainable management in the Kingdom in line with global standards.

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