Water Rules Tighten: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture approved updated executive regulations for water efficiency and conservation monitoring, with enforcement starting March 21, 2027. The rules empower a national center to investigate violations across urban, agricultural and industrial sectors, including fines for using non-efficient sanitary fixtures (up to SR10,000) and for wasting drinking water from cracked or poorly maintained tanks (up to SR50,000). Energy Expo Power: Saudi Energy signed an agreement to supply electricity to the Expo 2030 Riyadh site, supporting the project’s move into the development phase with an emphasis on reliable, high-efficiency infrastructure. Offshore Oil Work Resumes: Arabian Drilling said it expects full utilisation of its offshore fleet by Q3 2026 after receiving notice to restart remaining suspended rigs, aiming to restore offshore activity. Aramco Offshore Bids: Multiple Aramco offshore maintenance and brownfield projects have entered a crucial bidding stage under its offshore LTA programme, with contract awards expected within 1–2 months after technical and commercial submissions. Red Sea Security Pressure: A Saudi refinery blaze in Jizan was linked to a claimed Houthi drone strike, underscoring how conflict risks are spilling into energy infrastructure and shipping routes. Climate Awareness in Saudi: A Statista survey found climate change ranks as a top concern for 23% of respondents in Saudi Arabia, placing it among the country’s notable public priorities.