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KAUST showcases new tools for sustainable development in Saudi Arabia

KAUST · Feb 5

KAUST's Urban Lab is developing the Saudi National Life Cycle Inventory, an environmental database providing quantitative data on the environmental impact of products and processes in Saudi Arabia. The database includes information on raw material use, energy consumption, water usage, waste generation, and air pollutants specific to the Kingdom. This project was highlighted at the 'Greening the Giga' workshop, where KAUST also released a report on building a national framework for Life Cycle Assessments. Why it matters: The database and framework can guide multiple sectors in adopting green technology and help Saudi Arabia achieve its net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2060.

KAUST Urban Lab: Building sustainable cities

KAUST · Dec 2

KAUST's Urban Lab is developing green infrastructure solutions to combat the urban heat island (UHI) effect in arid climates. Researchers are focusing on using vegetation for shading and evapotranspiration, as well as increasing albedo with reflective surfaces. The team is using machine learning to analyze heat patterns and urban expansion to inform sustainable architecture and landscape design. Why it matters: This research is crucial for creating more livable and sustainable urban environments in Saudi Arabia and other regions facing desertification and water scarcity.