Khaberni - The Ministry of Local Administration has directed the municipalities to intensify their efforts within the national campaign for afforestation and greening in all municipal areas of the kingdom tomorrow, Thursday, as part of a comprehensive national plan aimed at planting more than 250,000 trees during the current year, to expand the green area and enhance the vegetation cover in various provinces of the kingdom.
The Ministry confirmed that the campaign, which was launched at the beginning of this year, is in alignment with national directions aimed at protecting the environment, mitigating the effects of climate change, and achieving a sustainable environmental impact, in addition to supporting local sustainable development efforts.
The Ministry explained that the campaign is being implemented by municipal staff, the Ministry of Youth staff, several national institutions, and volunteers, noting that the afforestation and greening program also aims to enhance the culture of environmental volunteer work, to involve young people directly in protecting and preserving natural resources for future generations, and to improve the environmental and urban scene in all municipal areas.
The Ministry highlighted the importance of partnership with the Ministry of Youth in implementing environmental and developmental initiatives at the local level, through the "Green Volunteering" program, and the use of modern technologies that contribute to water conservation and ensure the sustainability of the trees.
The Ministry of Local Administration appreciated the efforts of all partnering entities and volunteers, affirming that the continued implementation of this campaign reflects the Ministry's commitment to its role in supporting national environmental initiatives, and embedding concepts of community responsibility and collaborative action to protect the Jordanian environment.
