For his part, Suleiman emphasized the importance of investing in the awareness of the rising generations and enhancing the role of students in protecting the environment and preserving natural resources, noting that the school constitutes an essential starting point for instilling positive environmental behavior and a culture of sustainability.
He said that the competition represents a model for national partnership in spreading environmental awareness and encouraging students and teachers to present creative ideas and initiatives that contribute to improving the school environment and enhancing social responsibility.
He added that the competition comes within the executive program of the cleanliness and litter reduction strategy for the years 2026–2027, affirming the ministry's continued implementation of awareness initiatives in cooperation with national institutions, which enhances positive environmental practices and contributes to achieving a cleaner and more sustainable environment.
The competition included 3 main categories: mural, environmental theater, and sustainable environmental project, and targeted public and private schools. The entries were evaluated by a specialized judging committee, and the results led to the victory of 19 public schools and 6 private schools across the three categories.
The total number of honorees reached 106 winners among students and teachers, as the winners of the first three places in the various categories were honored, alongside honoring schools, directors of education departments and directorates, members of the judging committee, and the supporting team, in appreciation of their efforts in making the competition a success.
Both sides appreciated the efforts of all partners, supporters, members of the judging committee, the supporting team, and those in charge of implementing the competition, praising the fruitful cooperation between the Ministries of Environment and Education and Human Resources Development in making this competition a success, congratulating the winning students and teachers, and wishing them continued creativity and initiative in serving the environment.
This competition comes within the framework of the Ministry of Environment's efforts to enhance partnership with the educational sector, engage students in national environmental issues, and contribute to preparing a generation aware of environmental issues, capable of adopting responsible practices and contributing to the achievement of sustainable development.
