RCRC Discusses Environment and Rural Investment at Riyadh Meetings

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) held the second session of its “Riyadh Meetings 2026” initiative today, titled “Environment and Rural Investment,” at Al-Orouba Park. The session brought together experts, specialists, environmental and investment stakeholders, and representatives of relevant entities.

The session explored Riyadh’s natural assets and opportunities for sustainable investment, with a focus on moving beyond conservation to unlock the economic potential of the capital’s natural resources. Discussions examined how parks, nature reserves, and tree-planting projects can be integrated with appropriate investment opportunities to advance environmental sustainability and improve quality of life in Riyadh.

Discussions covered four main topics: the role of the Green Riyadh Program in expanding green cover, promoting environmental sustainability, and improving the urban environment; Tuwaiq Reserve’s natural assets and opportunities for rural investment and activities suited to its characteristics; Al-Orouba Park’s key features and its role within Riyadh’s network of parks; and tree planting along major roads and corridors to create a more cohesive urban and natural landscape.

Participants emphasized the need to balance the protection of natural resources and assets with their sustainable development, while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and supporting local development. They also discussed how investment opportunities could be tailored to the characteristics and needs of each location, while improving visitor experiences, expanding activities and services, and encouraging greater community participation.

Riyadh Meetings is an interactive dialogue platform launched by RCRC that brings together experts, specialists, developers, business leaders, and city partners to discuss the capital’s development, explore opportunities, and exchange ideas and perspectives on Riyadh’s priorities and future direction.