Growing 10 billion trees across Saudi Arabia is equivalent to rehabilitating over 74 million hectares of land. This whole-of-society effort will help to restore vital ecological functions, improve air quality, reduce sandstorms, and much more.
trees and shrubs planted since 2021
degraded land rehabilitated since 2021
projected temperature decrease in city centers thanks to tree canopy cover
Field surveys carried across Saudi Arabia as part of the 10 billion trees study
Preparing a strategic framework based on scientific research insights to guide current and future phases of tree planting.
Mapping out the natural, financial, and logistical resources required for tree planting to optimize implementation.
Evaluating the environmental and socio-economic impacts associated with a large-scale tree planting program.
Developing clear guidelines and standards for tree planting to preserve Saudi Arabia’s natural vegetation.
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2030
A comprehensive framework is steering implementation to ensure that the 10 billion trees target is reached sustainably. Tree planting initiatives will be implemented over several years, with more than 600 million trees and shrubs expected to be planted by 2030. This will not only protect the environment, but also create new employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for citizens and residents in Saudi Arabia.
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