Madinah Chamber: Survey to Measure Waste Management and Circular Economy
The Madinah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in a strategic move in cooperation with the Ministry of Economy and Planning, has invited businesses and establishments to actively participate in a specialized survey aimed at assessing current practices in waste management and recycling. This survey, conducted through digital channels and the Chamber's social media accounts, seeks to gauge environmental awareness within these establishments.
Strengthening the goals of Vision 2030 and environmental sustainability
This initiative is particularly important given the major transformations taking place in Saudi Arabia under Vision 2030, which places environmental protection and the sustainability of natural resources at the heart of its priorities. Waste management is one of the global environmental challenges that the Kingdom is addressing through ambitious national initiatives, such as the Saudi Green Initiative, which aims to reduce carbon emissions and increase waste diversion rates from landfills.
The survey aims to assess the current state of waste management and recycling practices in the private sector and identify the key challenges and opportunities related to efficient consumption and production. This data is crucial for supporting sustainable development goals and promoting the concept of a circular economy, which is based on the principle of minimizing waste and reusing resources instead of discarding them.
The importance of data in formulating national policies
The Madinah Chamber of Commerce clarified that the results of this survey will not be merely statistical figures, but will contribute directly, in conjunction with the Ministry of Economy and Planning and other relevant entities, to supporting national efforts aimed at developing relevant legislative and regulatory policies and initiatives. These efforts aim to improve resource management efficiency and promote the adoption of sustainable environmental practices that benefit the national economy and local communities.
Towards a circular economy and a sustainable future
The Chamber affirmed that participation in the survey is a crucial element in building an accurate database and reliable performance indicators that contribute to formulating practical and realistic solutions. These solutions help stimulate the shift towards more sustainable economic models, in line with global and local trends in environmental protection and the promotion of economic sustainability, thus making Madinah a model to be emulated in adopting advanced urban and resource management practices.
