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Saudi Green Initiative Forum
Saudi Green Initiative Forum

“The Saudi Green Initiative will provide huge investment opportunities for the private sector, quality job opportunities for the next generation of leaders in the Kingdom and enhanced international relationships that will have a positive impact on the region and the world.”

His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud

Saudi Green Initiative

As a global energy producer, Saudi Arabia is committed to advancing the fight against climate change. Saudi is already engineering innovative solutions to help combat the climate crisis, and in the dawning era of renewables, SGI will support the Kingdom to become an international leader in sustainability.

Middle East Green Initiative

The Middle East Green Initiative works to help overcome the climate crisis through amplified and enhanced regional collaboration. MGI clearly defines an ambitious road map that rallies the region and significantly contributes to achieving global targets.

Climate commitments toward a new energy future

At the inaugural Saudi Green Initiative Forum, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced two major emissions reduction goals as part of its efforts to lead the way in the global energy transition.

An upgraded Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) that more than doubled its 2015 emissions reduction target from 130 mpta to 278+ mtpa by 2030

An aim to achieve net zero emissions by 2060

Saudi Green Initiative Targets

Saudi Green Initiative Targets

Reduce carbon emissions by 278 mtpa by 2030

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Plant 10 billion
trees across
Saudi Arabia

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Protect 30%
of land and sea

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FAQs

What is the Saudi Green Initiative?2021-12-14T09:57:24+04:00

The Saudi Green Initiative is an ambitious national initiative for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that aims to improve quality of life and protect future generations. Under the patronage of HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Saudi Green Initiative will increase the Kingdom’s reliance on clean energy, offset emissions and combat climate change.

Why is the Saudi Green Initiative being launched?2021-11-17T13:51:56+04:00

Since the launch of Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia has made tremendous progress in addressing its unique environmental challenges, but there is much more to be done. As a leading global energy producer, Saudi Arabia is committed to advancing the global fight against the climate crisis. With its ambitious plans and targets, the Saudi Green Initiative is a leap forward within our ambition to become a global leader in forging a greener future.

When will the next Saudi Green Initiative Forum take place?2021-11-17T13:53:16+04:00

The next edition of the Saudi Green Initiative Forum will take place in 2022. Check back on the website regularly for updates about the event and to read more about progress against the Saudi Green Initiative and Middle East Green Initiative targets.

Who is behind the Saudi Green Initiative?2021-11-17T13:54:25+04:00

The Saudi Green Initiative is a national initiative under the patronage of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. To support its ambitions and targets, the initiative will draw on the expertise and resources of multiple Saudi ministries and private sector partners.

How will the Saudi Green Initiative deliver on its ambitions and targets?2022-01-04T19:12:42+04:00

A detailed roadmap for the Saudi Green Initiative, consisting of a set of over 60 initiatives, was unveiled at the inaugural Saudi Green Initiative Forum on 23 October 2021. This first wave of initiatives represents over SAR 700 billion of investments, contributing to the growth of the green economy.

Read more about some of the key projects on the Targets pages.

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