10 billion trees: Saudi Green Initiative is launched - in pictures

The ambitious project aims to reverse environmental degradation and climate change

An aerial picture shows cars driving on a tree-lined road in the Saudi capital Riyadh, on March 29, 2021. - Although the OPEC kingpin seems an unlikely champion of clean energy, the "Saudi Green Initiative" aims to reduce emissions by generating half of its energy from renewables by 2030. (Photo by - / AFP)

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has announced the Saudi Arabia Green Initiative. AFP

Apr 08, 2021

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