Saudi Released Elevator Carbon Neutrality Strategy, Fully Launched in 2026
On November 15, 2025, Saudi Ministry of Housing (MOH) released Elevator Carbon Neutrality 2030 Strategy, aligned with Saudi 2030 Vision, implemented on January 1, 2026. Core contents: 1. Strategic target: 100% of new elevators obtain SASO green certification in 2026; 100% of stock elevators carbon neutral by 2030; Whole industry zero carbon emission by 2035; 2. Technical standard: Level 1 energy efficiency for new elevators, mandatory energy feedback, solar photovoltaic, intelligent group control, carbon emissions reduced by 50%; 3. Green materials: Recyclable ≥95%, low-carbon alloy, environmental coating, zero CFC, comply with Saudi environmental standards; 4. Stock transformation: Invest 50 billion riyals to renovate old elevators from 2026 to 2030, government subsidizes 50% of cost; 5. Supervision measures: Uncertified new elevators banned from sale, dual control of carbon tax and fine; 6. Demonstration project: Saudi new cities, NEOM project prioritize carbon neutral elevators. Strategy promotes Saudi elevator industry green transformation.