Riyadh construction projects fined over SR16 million for dust control violations

Riyadh's construction sector is facing significant fines for environmental non-compliance, with authorities issuing over SR16 million in penalties for dust control violations. The National Center for Environmental Compliance reported 557 breaches across various projects within the city's urban areas.

This crackdown is part of a broader effort to improve air quality and environmental standards. Fawaz Al-Mujathil, director of the center's Riyadh branch, stated that field teams conducted more than 3,000 inspections since the campaign began in February. These efforts were a collaboration with the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and the Riyadh Municipality.

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The violations were issued as part of efforts to improve environmental compliance and air quality around construction projects within the city’s urban boundaries.

Inspections revealed multiple construction sites failing to implement required dust mitigation measures. These measures include installing air quality monitoring devices, using dust suppressants, properly covering transport trucks, and adhering to specific technical guidelines. The center aims to ensure stricter adherence to environmental regulations to curb dust pollution in the capital.

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The required measures include installing air quality monitoring devices at project sites, spraying dust suppressants, covering transport trucks, and ensuring truck movements comply with the technical guide.