Kingdom Cuts Ozone-Depleting Substances by 69%
Saudi Arabia increased its elimination rate of ozone-depleting substances to 69% during the first half of 2026, according to data from the National Center for Environmental Compliance Monitoring. This effort is part of the implementation of the Montreal Protocol and the gradual reduction of hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs). Since the beginning of the year, the center has permitted the clearance of more than 8,000 metric tons of depleting substances, issuing over 3,200 clearance permits since 2023 to ensure their import and circulation comply with international standards. Additionally, electronic cooperation between the center and the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority has strengthened clearance procedures. The center also confirmed that the Kingdom’s ratification of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol in 2025 reflects its commitment to support international efforts to combat climate change and to diversify its regional role in protecting the ozone layer.
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