Riyadh cracks down on construction dust with SR20 million in fines
RIYADH — The National Center for Environmental Compliance (NCEC) said that it’s officials have intensified inspection and monitoring tours of project sites to control dust generated by construction work in the capital city of Riyadh. Fines totaling SR20 million are being imposed on construction projects causing dust pollution. The initiative aims to mitigate the impact of these projects and…
Riyadh has ramped up efforts to combat construction dust pollution, imposing fines totaling SR20 million in an effort to control the issue. The National Center for Environmental Compliance (NCEC) has intensified its inspection and monitoring tours of project sites across the capital. Fawaz Al-Mujthil, director of the Riyadh branch of NCEC, revealed that these inspections are carried out in collaboration with the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and the Riyadh Mayoralty, following guidelines published last February.
Monitoring teams are on the ground around the clock, seven days a week, to identify violations and ensure compliance. Construction projects are continuously monitored, with the NCEC aiming to pinpoint and rectify dust sources before resorting to legal action. The system comprises 12 fixed stations and four mobile units that scan 22 air quality components, enabling real-time tracking of pollution levels and adherence to standards.
These stations have been strategically placed near major construction sites like Diriyah Gate and the Al-Murabba Project to maximize their impact.
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