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Saudi Arabia looks to clean tech to tackle emissions by 2040, but warns of barriers from EU policies

Published 13:12 on January 6, 2026 / Last updated at 13:12 on January 6, 2026 / / CO2 Management (CCUS), EMEA (Middle East), International (Paris Article 6/PACM, UN Climate Talks), Net Zero Transition (Power/Electrification, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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Saudi Arabia has set a goal to reduce, avoid, and remove 335 million tonnes of CO2e per year by 2040, using lower-carbon technologies that can help to diversify its economy – but warned of potential barriers from cross-border policies, especially from the EU.
Saudi Arabia has set a goal to reduce, avoid, and remove 335 million tonnes of CO2e per year by 2040, using lower-carbon technologies that can help to diversify its economy – but warned of potential barriers from cross-border policies, especially from the EU.


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