Category: Environment
Ground Hask adapts to Northern Borders deserts
Ar’ar, Saudi Arabia — The Northern Borders region contains a range of desert plant species that reflect the diversity of its natural environment. Among them is ground hask, a native plant that grows across desert and plain...
Fig Harvest Revives Saudi Summer Markets
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi markets are seeing a broad supply of local fruit as the summer production season gathers pace, according to the provided report. The crop mix has widened, and demand has risen for high-quality...
Al-Qassim removes 336,180 tonnes of waste
Buraidah, Saudi Arabia — Al-Qassim Municipality removed more than 336,180 tonnes of household waste during the second quarter of 2026 in Buraidah, according to the report. The collection formed part of cleaning and environmental...
Al-Jawf ministry branch reports June activities
Sakaka, Saudi Arabia — The Al-Jawf branch of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture said it recorded regulatory and operational activity in June as part of its work to support public health and safety. The branch did...
Agriculture
The Little Potter in Jazan’s cultural workshop
Jazan, Saudi Arabia — The Jazan House of Culture has organized the “Little Potter” workshop as part of the “Haraf” Cultural Club programs, with the aim of developing creative skills among participants aged 10 to 18. The workshop...
Al-Baha holds fruit seedling training course
Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia — The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture’s branch in the Al-Baha region organized a specialized training course on fruit nurseries and proper methods for producing fruit seedlings, in...
1.2 Million Mango Trees Reach Local Markets
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — More than 1.2 million fruit-bearing mango trees are supplying local markets across the Kingdom, with annual output exceeding 105,000 tons. The harvest coincides with the production season, when consumer...
Eastern Province honors planting initiative participants
Dammam, Saudi Arabia — His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Eastern Province, sponsored a ceremony at the provincial diwan honoring participants in the initiative titled “A Hand Plants and a...
Second Preserving Blessings Forum Opens in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The second “Preserving Blessings” Forum is set to begin its sessions on Monday in Riyadh under the patronage of Engineer Mansour bin Hilal Al-Mushaiti, the deputy minister of environment, water and...
Eastern Province Honors Green Initiative Participants
Dammam, Saudi Arabia — His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Eastern Province, sponsored a ceremony at the Diwan of the Emirate honoring participants in the “A Hand Plants and a Land Flourishes”...
Climate
TarshId Launches Energy Efficiency Upgrade at Hail Technical College
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The National Energy Services Company (Tarshid), in partnership with Hail...
Saudi Arabia Launches First Direct Air Capture Pilot with Climeworks
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia has officially launched its first Direct Air Carbon Capture...
KAUST Taps AI to Revolutionize Coral Reef Conservation
Thuwal, Saudi Arabia — In a major step for marine conservation, King Abdullah University of...
Saudi Signs Water, Flood Mitigation Deal to Secure Resources
SPA — Saudi Arabia has launched a new initiative to improve water resource management and reduce...
CSR Association Hosts Smart Buildings Workshop to Advance Sustainability
SPA — A workshop in Jeddah on July 15 brought together environmental experts and industry leaders...
Golden Weaver Bird: Nature’s Nest Engineer Thrives in Asir
SPA — The Golden Weaver bird, Asir, a marvel of avian craftsmanship, stands out in Asir’s...
Saudi Arabia, UNEP Sign MoU to Advance Regional Climate Action
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United...
FAO Reaffirms Support for Saudi Land Restoration on Desertification Day
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)...
Conservation
Ground Hask adapts to Northern Borders deserts
Ar’ar, Saudi Arabia — The Northern Borders region contains a range of desert plant species that reflect the diversity of its natural environment. Among them is ground hask, a native plant that grows across desert and plain...
Makkah Chamber, Center Boost Home Energy Awareness
Makkah, Saudi Arabia — The Makkah Chamber of Commerce, in cooperation with the Saudi Center for Energy Efficiency, organized a virtual workshop on the Residential Buildings Energy Consumption Intensity Initiative. The session...
First Black-winged Kite Nesting Documented
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The Authority for the Development of King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve announced the first confirmed nesting of the Black-winged Kite within the reserve’s boundaries on Monday, 07 Muharram 1448 AH. The bird,...
Saudi MoU Aims to Localize Veterinary Vaccines
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, Eng. Mansour bin Hilal Al-Mishaiti, witnessed the signing of a tripartite memorandum of understanding between the National Program for the...
Food Security
Saudi Arabia Builds First Animal Disease Research Center in Arar
SPA — The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has started construction on the Saudi...
Modern Mills Q2 Profit Rises 11.6% to SAR 49.66M, Dividend Declared
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Modern Mills for Food Products reported an 11.6% increase in Q2 2025 net...
Al‑Aqiq Farmers Harvest 40 Tons from 1,600 Date Palm Farms
SPA — The annual “Khurfa” season has begun in Al-Aqiq Governorate, Al-Baha Region, where more than...
First Mills Q2 Profit Rises 13% Despite Revenue Dip
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — First Mills Company posted a 13% increase in Q2 2025 net profit, reaching...
Abha Airport Eases Honey and Ghee Shipping for Travelers
Abha, Saudi Arabia — In a move to strengthen local commerce and improve logistics, the Aseer...
Fourth Milling Confirms Ongoing Government Wheat Price Support
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The Fourth Milling Company announced that the commitment period for Saudi...
Sustainability
Al-Jawf ministry branch reports June activities
Sakaka, Saudi Arabia — The Al-Jawf branch of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture said it recorded regulatory and operational activity in June as part of its work to support public health and safety. The branch did...
King Abdulaziz University launches paper waste drive
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — King Abdulaziz University’s Scientific Endowment will launch the “Friends of the Environment Convoys” campaign on Saturday as part of its “Don’t Throw It, Endow It” initiative. The campaign will collect...
Asir readies parks and roads for summer 2026
Abha, Saudi Arabia —Asir Municipality has stepped up its preparations for the 2026 summer tourism season, as it expects a notable rise in visitors and tourists. The work focuses on operations, maintenance, and general readiness...
Dammam Airports Ranks in Global Top 5
Dammam, Saudi Arabia — Dammam Airports has been selected among the top five global projects in the Digital Innovation Solutions track for asset management and institutional excellence. The announcement came during an awards...
Saudi Green Initiative
Nubian Ibex Born in Saudi Royal Reserve in Key Conservation Milestone
SPA — The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve has announced the successful birth of its first...
Morouj Plants 2.5M Mangroves to Mark International Mangrove Day
SPA — In celebration of the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, the...
Saudi Arabia Launches First Direct Air Capture Pilot with Climeworks
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia has officially launched its first Direct Air Carbon Capture...
CSR Association Hosts Smart Buildings Workshop to Advance Sustainability
SPA — A workshop in Jeddah on July 15 brought together environmental experts and industry leaders...
Water
Riyadh’s Al-Bayan Gets New Water Network Covering 64K Residents
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The National Water Company (NWC) has completed two major infrastructure...
Saudi Signs Water, Flood Mitigation Deal to Secure Resources
SPA — Saudi Arabia has launched a new initiative to improve water resource management and reduce...
Saudi Arabia Unveils 7 AI Innovations for Animal Health and Water Sustainability
Geneva, Switzerland — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture (MEWA)...
Saudi Industrial Production Index Rises 1.5% in May on Mining, Manufacturing
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia’s Industrial Production Index (IPI) rose by 1.5% in May 2025...