The Dhahran Municipality has intensified its field efforts to improve the urban landscape and enhance the quality of life by implementing a comprehensive package of landscaping and regular maintenance work. These efforts are part of a comprehensive strategic plan aimed at increasing green spaces and promoting environmental sustainability in the Eastern Province.
National context and ambitious vision
These initiatives are not isolated from the Kingdom's general direction, but rather directly contribute to the objectives of Vision 2030 , specifically the "Green Saudi Arabia" initiative and the Quality of Life . The city of Dhahran holds particular importance as a global energy hub and home to major companies, making environmental balance a pressing necessity to ensure a safe and healthy environment for both residents and visitors.
Field figures and achievements
The Mayor of Dhahran, Engineer Faisal Al-Qahtani, revealed details of the work completed during the past month, which reflects the scale of the municipality's tireless work. The achievements included the following:
- Tree planting: 550 trees were planted in carefully selected strategic locations to provide shade and purify the air.
- Seasonal flowers: Planting more than 111,500 seasonal flowers has added an aesthetic touch and bright colors to the city's streets and gardens.
- Green spaces: Planting of green spaces and ground cover with an area exceeding 100,200 square meters.
- Maintenance and rehabilitation: Implementing periodic maintenance work on existing grass areas totaling 177,000 square meters to ensure their sustainability and freshness.
Precise technical standards for maintenance
The efforts were not limited to planting alone; the field teams also focused heavily on the technical and coordination aspects. A total of 4,120 trees were pruned and arranged according to precise technical and engineering standards, and damaged trees were treated. These operations aim to improve the efficiency of the vegetation cover, ensure unobstructed visibility on roads, and enhance the overall appearance of residential neighborhoods and main streets.
Environmental and social impact
Engineer Al-Qahtani confirmed that these initiatives stem from the municipality's strategy to create a healthy urban environment. These green spaces play a pivotal role in:
- Lowering temperatures: Contributing to cooling the atmosphere and reducing the impact of heat islands in urban areas.
- Air purification: Absorbing pollutants and dust, which is vital in areas with heavy industrial and urban activity.
- Social aspect: Providing attractive natural spaces for recreational and sports activities, which promotes the general health of the population.
In implementing its operational plans, the municipality relies on scheduled time programs and modern irrigation technologies that ensure optimal use of water resources, thus achieving a balance between expanding green spaces and preserving water resources.
Call for community participation
In closing, the Dhahran Municipality called upon all residents to actively participate in this national responsibility. It emphasized the importance of preserving public property and parks, which were established for their benefit, and urged everyone to immediately report any observations or violations that might harm vegetation or public facilities through the unified reporting center, 940 , to ensure the continued beauty and splendor of the city.
