Blue Forest and Net Zero join forces to revitalize mangroves in KSA

Blue Forest and Net Zero join forces to revitalize mangroves in KSA

DIFC, DUBAI: Blue Forest, a UAE-based mangrove reforestation specialist, has forged a strategic partnership with Net Zero through its subsidiary company Nabatik, a leading forestry and urban tree planting company based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The partnership aims to restore a minimum of 5,000 hectares of mangrove forests in Saudi Arabia, underscoring the organizations’ shared commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability. The official signing ceremony took place at the Blue Forest office located in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Throughout the next three years, Blue Forest and Net Zero will aim to implement both mangrove restoration and afforestation initiatives, planting a total of approximately 50 million mangrove trees across Saudi Arabia. The partnership will focus on supporting global climate goals through a tangible increase in carbon sequestration while accelerating sustainable mangrove forest use in the kingdom. Additionally, KSA companies will have the opportunity to offset their carbon emissions and potentially derive revenue through blue carbon credits. “Blue Forest is excited to join hands with Net Zero, bringing our expertise in mangrove reforestation and carbon accounting to the partnership,” said Vahid Fotuhi, CEO and Founder of Blue Forest. “Together, we will drive impactful projects, safeguarding KSA's mangrove forests