Jeddah Municipality to remove 1.2 million tons of waste in November 2025
As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance environmental sanitation and improve quality of life, the Jeddah Municipality record-breaking results in cleaning and environmental treatment operations. Field teams removed approximately 1,191,562 tons of various types of waste and construction debris during November 2025. These intensive efforts are part of comprehensive operational plans aimed at improving the urban landscape across the city's neighborhoods.
Details of field operations and waste management
The report issued by the Environmental Treatment Center of the General Directorate of Cleaning Projects revealed detailed information reflecting the scale of the work completed. Construction and demolition waste topped the list, with the amount delivered to the landfill reaching approximately 1,038,447 tons , reflecting the accelerated pace of work on the urban and development projects underway in the city. In parallel, the following were also addressed:
- 89,528 tons of household solid waste.
- 40,449 tons of commercial solid waste.
- 17,419 tons of plant waste and large-sized debris.
The work also included removing 162 tons of seaweed to keep the waterfronts clean, and 289 tons of weekly debris, in addition to processing 5,267 tons of various wastes that included slaughterhouse waste, used tires, newspapers and papers, ensuring their safe disposal in accordance with environmental standards.
Enhancing quality of life and keeping pace with Vision 2030
The importance of these figures extends beyond operational aspects; they represent a fundamental pillar in achieving the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 , specifically the "Quality of Life" program. The Kingdom places great emphasis on addressing visual pollution, and removing construction and demolition debris from vacant land and residential areas is considered a crucial step in improving the overall appearance of Saudi cities.
As the main gateway to the Two Holy Mosques and a major tourist and commercial center, Jeddah is experiencing significant development, necessitating strict waste management from urban expansion. Prompt removal of this waste helps minimize negative environmental impacts and prevents waste accumulation that could lead to pest infestations or unpleasant odors, thus positively impacting public health and the comfort of residents and visitors.
Environmental sustainability and advanced services
Through these statistics, the Jeddah Municipality affirms its commitment to implementing best practices in solid waste management and striving for environmental sustainability by sorting and processing various types of waste, such as tires and plant debris. The Municipality continues to execute its operational programs with high efficiency, harnessing all available human and mechanical resources to ensure a healthy and clean environment, thus reinforcing Jeddah's position as a modern and sustainable city.
