Empowering Sustainable Futures
Our mission is to provide regional expertise, foster resilience, and support adaptation strategies for communities vulnerable to climate change. By integrating science, policy, and community action, the centre strives to empower nations to respond effectively to climate challenges and secure a sustainable future.
Climate Change Center
Establishment of the Climate Change Center
- The Climate Change Center is part of several initiatives announced by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, during the Middle East Green Initiative Summit in 2021.
- In March 2023, His Excellency the Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, Eng. Abdulrahman bin Abdulmohsen Al-Fadhli, inaugurated the Climate Change Center as a strategic initiative to enhance the Kingdom's environmental performance and reinforce its role and commitment to regional and global efforts against climate change. The center aims to develop climate information services at both the national and regional levels, support adaptation and mitigation measures against climate change, and contribute to sustainable development by providing accurate climate data and consultations to decision-makers in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
Vision and Mission
- Vision: Scientific leadership in climate change sciences to support sustainable development and enhance climate action.
- Missiong: Establishing a scientific foundation to address climate impacts and supporting strategies to build resilient and adaptive communities in the face of climate challenges.
Objectives of the Climate Change Center
- Study local and regional climates to achieve a deeper understanding of climate change.
- Examine the impact of climate change on the environment and various human activities.
- Develop a comprehensive, high-precision climate database to support scientific studies and research.
- Publish reports, bulletins, and seasonal forecasts on climate and climate change.
- Support decision-makers and policymakers in relevant sectors at both national and regional levels.
- Support the Saudi Green Initiative and the Middle East Green Initiative.
Climate Change Center Impacts
Social Impact
- Mitigating the risks resulting from the current impacts of climate change
- Raising awareness in society about the impacts of climate change
Environmental impact
- Finding natural and environmental resources to cope with the impacts of climate change
- Enhancing the Kingdom’s environmental performance to reduce climate-related deterioration
Economic Impact
- Mitigating the effects of climate change on economic and development sectors
- Stimulating industries to reduce carbon emissions and localize environmentally friendly industries