Imam Abdulaziz Royal Reserve removes 1.6 million tons of debris by mid-2026

The Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve Development Authority has announced the removal of more than 1.6 million tons of debris and waste from within the Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve and King Khalid Royal Reserve, through the end of the second quarter of 2026. The effort is part of field projects aimed at restoring affected sites and improving the environmental landscape.

The authority noted that cumulative efforts included clearing over 65,000 truckloads of debris and rehabilitating an area exceeding 3,900 hectares, using specialized equipment and in line with approved environmental standards.

The authority added that these initiatives have enhanced the efficiency of affected sites and prepared them to regain their natural characteristics, supporting the health of natural habitats and boosting the quality of the environmental landscape and readiness for environmental activities and sustainable tourism.

Environmental monitoring and approved practices

The authority explained that environmental supervision teams monitored the implementation of the works to ensure that targeted sites were addressed according to best environmental and professional practices, minimizing the impact of waste accumulation within the reserves.

In the same context, the authority affirmed that these projects are part of its ongoing efforts to restore ecosystems, conserve and develop natural resources, and support quality of life and environmental sustainability goals under Saudi Vision 2030.