Saudi Arabia has seen fluctuations in the number of patents on environment technologies in the past decade. In recent years, actual patent data from 2022 stood at 14.11 units, while 2023 saw a slight decline to 13.86 units. The projected data indicates a consistent decrease, leading to 12.7 units by 2028. The year-on-year variation shows a decline of 1.8% for 2023, with a forecasted average annual decrease (CAGR) of 1.39% from 2024 to 2028. Over the next five years, the overall reduction is forecasted to be 6.75%.

Future trends to watch for:

The impact of government policies and funding on stimulating innovation in environmental technologies.
Potential shifts in global environmental standards that could influence patent activities.
The role of international collaborations and investments in enhancing R&D capabilities in Saudi Arabia.