“I am proud to announce the Saudi and Middle East Green Initiatives, but this is only a start. The Kingdom, the region and the world needs to go much further and faster in combatting climate change. Given our starting point, beginning this journey to a greener future has not been easy. But in line with our overall modernization philosophy, we are not avoiding tough choices. We reject the false choice between preserving the economy and protecting the environment.”
–Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia, in a statement announcing two new ambitious green initiatives to make Saudi Arabia a global leader in combating climate change. [SUSTG]
