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Zawya
18-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
NCVC - North Riyadh Geopark and Salma Geopark join UNESCO's Global Geoparks Network
PARIS /PRNewswire/ -- UNESCO has officially designated the North Riyadh Geopark and Salma Geopark as part of its (UNESCO) Global Geoparks Network, marking a significant milestone for Saudi Arabia in preserving geoheritage and promoting sustainable development. The recognition follows UNESCO's stringent selection criteria, which emphasize the comprehensive management of geopark. These criteria ensure a balance between conservation, education, and sustainable development while actively involving local communities. Dr. Khaled bin Abdullah Al-Abdulkader, CEO of the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC), praised the announcement as a testament to Saudi Arabia's dedication to protecting its natural and historical heritage. He attributed the achievement to the steadfast support of the Kingdom's leadership in enhancing environmental initiatives and promoting sustainability. He also emphasized NCVC's efforts to preserve the country's unique natural landscapes, especially its geological sites, in line with Vision 2030's Sustainable Development Goals. Eng. Hussam bin Zuhair Al-Turki, Sr. Director of the Saudi Geoparks Initiative, emphasized that the inclusion of North Riyadh Geopark and Salma Geopark is a moment of national pride. He emphasized that this milestone not only reinforces Saudi Arabia's commitment to preserving its cultural and natural identity but also strengthens its role as a global leader in geoheritage conservation and sustainable development. With this designation, Saudi Arabia reaffirms its commitment to global environmental efforts. The newly recognized geoparks will serve as key destinations for local and international visitors, offering an opportunity to explore the Kingdom's geological wonders while fostering scientific and cultural awareness of geodiversity conservation. Beyond geotourism, geoparks play a vital role in sustainable natural resource management by connecting geotourism with local economic development, creating jobs, and fostering environmental education. This initiative represents a collaborative effort among government bodies, the private sector, and non-profit organizations, enhancing Saudi Arabia's contribution to both national and sustainable development goals.
Korea Herald
17-04-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
NCVC - North Riyadh Geopark and Salma Geopark Join UNESCO's Global Geoparks Network
PARIS, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UNESCO has officially designated the North Riyadh Geopark and Salma Geopark as part of its (UNESCO) Global Geoparks Network, marking a significant milestone for Saudi Arabia in preserving geoheritage and promoting sustainable development. The recognition follows UNESCO's stringent selection criteria, which emphasize the comprehensive management of geopark. These criteria ensure a balance between conservation, education, and sustainable development while actively involving local communities. Dr. Khaled bin Abdullah Al-Abdulkader, CEO of the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC), praised the announcement as a testament to Saudi Arabia's dedication to protecting its natural and historical heritage. He attributed the achievement to the steadfast support of the Kingdom's leadership in enhancing environmental initiatives and promoting sustainability. He also emphasized NCVC's efforts to preserve the country's unique natural landscapes, especially its geological sites, in line with Vision 2030's Sustainable Development Goals. Eng. Hussam bin Zuhair Al-Turki, Sr. Director of the Saudi Geoparks Initiative, emphasized that the inclusion of North Riyadh Geopark and Salma Geopark is a moment of national pride. He emphasized that this milestone not only reinforces Saudi Arabia's commitment to preserving its cultural and natural identity but also strengthens its role as a global leader in geoheritage conservation and sustainable development. With this designation, Saudi Arabia reaffirms its commitment to global environmental efforts. The newly recognized geoparks will serve as key destinations for local and international visitors, offering an opportunity to explore the Kingdom's geological wonders while fostering scientific and cultural awareness of geodiversity conservation. Beyond geotourism, geoparks play a vital role in sustainable natural resource management by connecting geotourism with local economic development, creating jobs, and fostering environmental education. This initiative represents a collaborative effort among government bodies, the private sector, and non-profit organizations, enhancing Saudi Arabia's contribution to both national and sustainable development goals.
Leaders
29-03-2025
- Business
- Leaders
NCVC Explores Greywater Treatment Technologies with Saudi-Korean Society
The Chief Executive of the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC), Dr. Khaled bin Abdullah Al-Abdulkader, has fostered bilateral cooperation with Saudi-Korean Society for Economic and Trade Promotion Chairman, Moon Young-hak, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Held at NCVC's Riyadh headquarters, the meeting aimed at discussing potential collaboration and exploring the cutting-edge technologies of greywater treatment and separation for national parks. The meeting tackled how to leverage from Korean expertise in creating small-scale and mobile wastewater treatment systems. Importantly, NCVC has designed strategic development plans to promote water use in parks notably as the Kingdom features more than 400 national parks. Through the employment of greywater separation and treatment technologies, Saudi Arabia will be able to re-use treated water for afforestation projects and the establishment of artificial lakes. As for the Korean model, it basically depends on advanced information technology-based control systems to boost the quality and efficiency of treated water production. This approach has doubled treatment capacity at just 30% of the cost of building new facilities within a swift eight-month timeline. Furthermore, it increased the operational lifespan of these plants to 30 years. Currently, NCVC is leading various sustainable environmental initiatives that ensure a flourishing vegetation cover across the Kingdom. These initiatives seek to restore degraded lands, foster biodiversity, manage rangelands and national parks, and preserve natural resources. Related Topics: NCVC Announces Investment Opportunities in Firewood Recycling, Plant Management Saudi Arabia Launches New Project to Restore Degraded Lands Short link : Post Views: 40
