National development projects launched under “Vision 2030” in Saudi Arabia are witnessing remarkable and steady progress as they move forward from planning to implementation across the Kingdom.
Considered bold, yet achievable, these projects will raise the international bar in terms of quality, environmental friendliness, sustainability, and the use of renewable and alternative energy.
Largescale developments like “The Line”, “Red Sea”, “AlUla”, “AlSouda”, renewable energy programs like The National Renewable Energy Program (NREP), and initiatives like the “Riyadh Strategy” are steadily moving Saudi Arabia towards achieving the goals envisioned by its national transformation plan for the decade.
The Line, for example, offers a never-before-seen approach to urbanization – a 170km-belt of re-imagined urban development with multiple, hyper-connected communities, with natural and walkable spaces.
It is a model of urban design and livability that puts people and the planet in harmony for the 21st century and beyond. Built around nature, rather than over it, large areas of land will be preserved for conservation, supporting NEOM’s environment and rich heritage.
Construction of the smart city will start in the first quarter of 2021 and is set to be a home for more than 1 million people from all over the world and will create a platform for innovation and prosperous businesses.
It will also help in addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges, like climate change, urban sprawl, traffic congestion, and social disconnection.
Meanwhile, the Riyadh Strategy is on track to generate mega projects, create job opportunities, and expand the Saudi capital’s economic horizons.
It aims to make Riyadh among the top 10 economic cities in the world to drive forward the country’s economic, industrial, and tourism growth in upcoming years.
Moreover, the scheme targets increasing the capital’s population from 7.5 million to around 15 to 20 million in 2030.
