Environment

A farmer awash in grains of wheat. (Syrian Ministry of Agriculture:SANA)

Syria’s wheat production surges in 2026, enhancing nation’s food security

8 August 2026. Wheat production is expected to surpass 3 million tons in 2026, a major recovery driven by improved rainfall and restored farmland in the northeastern region. New electronic devices facilitate processing and marketing, while agricultural reforms improving conditions for farmers are planned.Read more at: SANA

Syria’s Director of Climate Change and Environmental Awareness, Anas al-Rahmoun, at the 48th meeting of the Open-ended Working Group to the Montreal Protocol in Bangkok, 14 July 2026. (SANA)

Syria advocates strengthening effectiveness of Montreal Protocol

14 July 2026. Syria’s representative to the global conference on the Montreal Protocol, the global treaty universally ratified by UN members in 1987, called for measures to enhance its enforcement, including holding in-person meetings rather than virtual ones to strengthen consensus-building and cooperation.Read more at: SANA

Participants in the first national Eco-Innovate hackathon in Damascus, July 5. (SANA)

Syria holds first national hackathon for tech-based solutions in environmentally-conscious development

5 July 2026. The 3-day Eco-Innovate program aims to empower technologically savvy youth to find solutions to Syria’s economic and development challenges that integrate environmental goals. The program seeks to immerse Syrian youth in a culture of environmental innovation.Read more at: SANA

A Syrian delegation participates in the Green Climate Fund’s 45th Board meeting in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, June 29 to July 3. (Ministry of Local Administration and Environment, Syria)

Green Climate Fund approves $27.7 million grant for Syria’s water security

3 July 2026. The purpose of the grant from the GCF—the world’s largest fund dedicated to financing climate change adaptation and mitigation projects in developing countries—is to address water scarcity in regions of Syria most affected by reduced rainfall and drought resulting from climate change.Read more at: SANA

A combine harvester in a Hasakah province wheat field as farmers begin harvesting the season's crop. (SANA)

Wheat harvest in Hasakah expected to surpass one million tons, fortifying nation’s food security

8 June 2026. Hasakah, Syria’s largest wheat producing province, is central to the country’s food security. With favorable rainfall and weather conditions, officials anticipate one of the most abundant harvests in recent years.Read more at: SANA

Lush landscapes along the Barada River, Damascus. (SANA)

Syria announces measures to confront climate challenges on World Environment Day

6 June 2026. Officials marked World Environment Day by highlighting initiatives that address Syria’s growing climate challenges — from drought to general ecosystem decline. National programs are being strengthened to protect natural resources and support longterm sustainable development.Read more at: SANA

Solar projects across Syria gain momentum as renewable energy becomes critical. (L24)

Syria accelerates shift to solar power as reconstruction drives demand for reliable energy

4 June 2026. Syrian households, businesses and farms are increasingly turning to solar energy as an affordable solution to chronic electricity shortages. Imports of Chinese solar panels grew significantly in the spring of 2026. Agreements with Saudi and US firms are slated to greatly expand renewables.Read more at: LEVANT 24

New Face of Syria