Saudi Water Efficiency Project Saves Over SAR 500 Million Since 2023

Water efficiency programmes have generated more than SAR 500 million in savings across Saudi Arabia's government and residential sectors since the National Center for Water Efficiency and Rationalization began operations in 2023.

According to the centre's CEO, Fahad Al-Dosari, the government sector recorded savings exceeding SAR 300 million during the period, while the residential sector achieved nearly SAR 200 million. The savings were attributed to programmes focused on improving water use efficiency, detecting leaks and reducing water waste in buildings and facilities.

Daily water savings have also risen significantly, increasing from around 25,000 cubic metres in 2023 to 97,000 cubic metres in 2024 and 142,000 cubic metres in 2025. During the first half of 2026, average daily savings reached approximately 158,000 cubic metres, representing a 532% increase since the centre's launch. The target is to reach 180,000 cubic metres per day by the end of the year.

Al-Dosari said around 80% of detected leaks were traced to ground water tanks, tank floats and concealed connections between water meters and tanks. Since its establishment, the centre has also launched a licensing platform for 16 service providers, developed a digital water consumption monitoring platform, prepared regulatory frameworks and guidance manuals, established 38 partnerships and delivered 114 awareness and training events.

The centre is also expanding its work into the agricultural and industrial sectors in partnership with the General Authority for Irrigation. Plans include launching a national agricultural water efficiency system before the end of 2026, developing industrial efficiency standards and introducing water conservation concepts into school curricula beginning at the primary level.