The Saudi Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture (MEWA) revealed a plan to develop the waste sector in the Kingdom which includes a 95% recycling target. The plan will contribute approximately SR120 billion to the gross domestic product. The Ministry's annual report for 2023 stated its goal of sustainability through recycling 100 million tons annually and creating over 100,000 jobs, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.
A dust storm warning is now in place for parts of Alamosa, Rio Grande, Saguache, Costilla and Conejos counties, according to the National Weather Service in Pueblo.