Launch of the Ambitious “Anzagi” Environmental Project to Plant 10 Million Trees Across Saudi Arabia
Riyadh – The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture today announced the launch of the national “Anzagi” project, aimed at enhancing vegetation cover and combating desertification by planting 10 million native trees across all regions of the Kingdom by 2030.
Official spokesperson for the Ministry, Engineer Khaled Al-Husaini, stated, “This project is a cornerstone in achieving the environmental goals of Vision 2030, as it will contribute to the development of natural vegetation and strengthen ecological balance.” He added in a press statement, “Anzagi focuses on native tree species adapted to the Saudi climate, such as Acacia, Sidr, and Samr.”
The preparatory phase of the project began in the first quarter of 2023 with successful pilot plantings involving 500,000 saplings across six regions. Initial data showed a success rate exceeding 85% through the use of smart irrigation technologies. The Ministry is now preparing to plant an additional two million saplings this year, supported by 12 specialized field teams.
The project targets areas severely affected by desertification, covering 40 sites within a 200,000-hectare area. The planted trees are expected to annually absorb 2.5 million tons of carbon emissions, in addition to protecting soil quality and providing habitats for biodiversity.
Anzagi is part of a broader national afforestation initiative targeting the planting of 60 million trees. It is the largest in terms of geographic coverage and investment, with over SAR 300 million allocated to date.
The Ministry is finalizing preparations for the major expansion phase, set to launch in early 2025, with a strong emphasis on engaging the private sector and non-profit organizations to ensure the long-term sustainability of this landmark initiative, marking a transformative step in Saudi Arabia’s efforts to advance environmental sustainability.
صحيفة عكاظ اليوم ، موقع إخباري شامل يهتم بتقديم خدمة صحفية متميزة للقارئ، وهدفنا أن نصل لقرائنا الأعزاء بالخبر الأدق والأسرع والحصري بما يليق بقواعد وقيم الأسرة السعودية، لذلك نقدم لكم مجموعة كبيرة من الأخبار المتنوعة داخل الأقسام التالية، الأخبار العالمية و المحلية، الاقتصاد، تكنولوجيا ، فن، أخبار الرياضة، منوعات و سياحة.
