Buraidah, Saudi Arabia — The Qassim branch of the National Center for Vegetation Development and Combating Desertification has launched a major tree planting campaign. They signed an agreement with an environmental company to plant 400,000 native trees across the region. This move supports Saudi Arabia’s Green Initiative goals to combat desertification and promote long-term ecological balance.
The campaign aligns with the national Vision 2030 framework. It aims to enhance green cover, reduce dust pollution, and restore degraded ecosystems. Planting native species tailored to Qassim’s arid climate plays a key role in ensuring the sustainability of the afforestation effort.
Public-Private Partnership Powers Qassim Tree Planting Campaign
Ali Al-Asmari, Director of the Qassim branch, stressed the importance of private sector collaboration in boosting afforestation. He praised private nature reserves and landowners for contributing land and resources. These contributions enable the planting of trees in key sites across the region.
The campaign also reflects regional support from the Emir of Qassim, who has publicly endorsed turning the area into a “green oasis.” The initiative not only serves an ecological purpose but also promotes environmental awareness among residents, schools, and community groups.
As part of Saudi Arabia’s national reforestation drive, this Qassim afforestation project marks another step toward climate resilience. It also aims at biodiversity protection and sustainable land use.
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The Qassim tree planting campaign is a reminder that real environmental change begins not with declarations—but with roots in the soil. Planting 400,000 native trees is not just about increasing green cover. It’s about building climate resilience, restoring ecosystems, and redefining how we interact with our landscapes.
This initiative reflects a deeper shift in Saudi environmental policy—from top-down strategy to local execution with measurable impact. By involving the private sector and community stakeholders, Qassim is setting a precedent. Vision 2030’s sustainability goals are not only national priorities but also regional responsibilities.
As global attention turns to the consequences of desertification and habitat loss, Qassim’s commitment shows how local action drives national transformation. True greening isn’t symbolic—it’s systematic. And in Qassim, that system is already growing.
