Dammam, Saudi Arabia — The National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification has accelerated Saudi afforestation Eastern Province, planting over 31.2 million trees. This milestone reflects the Kingdom’s dedication to sustainability. It also aligns with the Saudi Green Initiative.
The Eastern Province, known for its ecological diversity, now leads the way in afforestation. The Center has launched 40 long-term projects across four major zones. These projects aim to plant 1.5 billion trees and rehabilitate 7.9 million hectares. So far, 51 entities—from government and private to nonprofit—have joined this green mission.
Saudi Afforestation Eastern Province Targets Massive Reforestation Zones
These projects include four specialized efforts planting over 1,043,000 trees and 23,515 shrubs. They rely on scientific field surveys and precise land analysis. The strategic integration occurs across agricultural, urban, and transport areas to enhance sustainability and vegetation cover.
Eastern Province Vegetation Cover Strategy Prioritizes Ecosystem and Community
The Center’s strategy emphasizes local engagement, ecological balance, and efficient water use. It protects existing vegetation, prevents illegal logging, and safeguards grazing land. By planting native trees with renewable water sources, the program supports long-term tree planting in Eastern Saudi.
Measuring Ecological Progress and Quality of Life
Environmental monitoring shows a growing vegetation canopy. This is due to anti-desertification campaigns, park investments, and rangeland rehabilitation. This work combats climate change, reduces carbon emissions, and improves residents’ well-being. These efforts align with Vision 2030 and the Saudi Green Initiative trees blueprint.
The Saudi Standard’s View: Greening as Strategy
This milestone—31 million trees—transforms afforestation from policy into proof. Saudi Arabia’s approach in the Eastern Province isn’t symbolic; it’s systemic. The Center combines scientific rigor with community involvement. It also integrates ecosystem restoration to elevate Eastern Province vegetation cover into a measurable national asset.
Moreover, integrating greening into urban and agricultural planning sends a powerful message. Sustainability isn’t an afterthought—it’s infrastructure. In effect, planting trees becomes planting prosperity. This results in resilience and cleaner air for future generations.
This is how Saudi reforestation projects transition from ambition to actuality—and why Vision 2030’s environmental legacy will be rooted in the ground.
