
12 Degrees Cooler: Saudi Arabia’s Bold Plan to Shield Pilgrims from Extreme Heat
Mecca, Saudi Arabia. May 28th 2025 – Eng. Saleh Al-Jasser, the Saudi Minister of Transport and Logistics Services and Chairman of the Roads General Authority, launched the cooled pedestrian walkway project in Mecca to enhance accessibility services for individuals with disabilities. According to the Roads General Authority, the cooled roads