Do you think that the lifestyle of the inhabitants of your town or city

reflects behavior that is in line with the concept of sustainable

development? In your opinion, what should be improved?

Ibrahim Alassaf

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Ar Rass, Saudi ArabiaIn this presentation, I will discuss the city that I grow up in the middle of Saudi Arabia. However, the information that I

mention is going to apply for all cities in Saudi Arabia.

Introduction• We do have many challenges that we have to

overcome

• Some Positive Actions are already in place

• There are many more actions must be taken to improve sustainable development

Source: ourfiniteworld.com

High Per Capita Oil Consumption Saudi Arabia consumes 99.61 barrels per day for every 1000 citizens (IndexMundi), which make it the 11th largest per capita oil consumer in the world

Limited recyclingThe government and the society of Saudi Arabia recently recognize the importance of recycling for the future of the country. The recycling industry still in the introduction stage and there are a lot to be done in order to advance it.

Some Action in place to reduce environmental problems

• The Saudi Arabian Government are actively addressing these the problem of recycling.

• In March 2014, Omar Al-Jasser “the Presidency of Meteorology and Environment (PME)” said that all companies are giving five years to adjust to new air, water, and noise pollution standards. (TheGuardian.com)

A new law is requiring all car’s dealer to attach a card to indicate the amount of fuel consumption on

that car.

Large Campaign for Recycling

Solar Energy • The government has heavy research and

development in the solar system.

• For the Saudis, the Solar system is a way to diversify the economy and alternative source of income.

• “Saudi Arabia has a lot of sun and acreage, we intend to harness more and more of our domestic energy need from solar power.” (Ali Al-Naimi, The Saudi Oil Minister.

Suggested Actions to improve

sustainable development • Large investments to build waste recycling plants

• Government must funds universities and research centers to research nuclear, geothermal and wind power.

• Encouragement for citizen to to participate in the recycling projects by educating the society about the importance of recycling.

Conclusion The lifestyle of the inhabitants of my city does not reflect behavior that is in line with the concept of

sustainable development. However, people realize the problem, and they are on the right path to solve

the problem. Sustainable development is a mandatory need to develop our lives while keeping

our earth a clean place for future generations.

References• "Country Comparison Oil Consumption per Capita." Oil

Consumption per Capita. N.p., n.d. Web. 9 Apr. 2015.

• McCullough, D. G. "Saudi Arabia's Green Decree Brings Hopes of Sustainability." Guardian Sustainable Business. Guardian

News and Media, 12 May 2014. Web. 9 Apr. 2015.

• Smith, Grant, and Reed Landberg. "Saudi Arabia Sees Room for Partnerships in Building Clean Energy." Bloomberg.com. Bloomberg, 4 Mar. 2015. Web. 9 Apr. 2015.