Emerging Trends in Green Healthcare Building Design of Saudi Arabia: a Sustainable Approach

Statement of the problem. Different advantages are associated with green healthcare design in our modern world. This research examines the innovations in green healthcare design in Saudi Arabia, with a particular emphasis on integrating sustainable practices in line with Vision 2030. Some of the environmental concerns that will be addressed include the high levels of energy use and waste generation and the inefficiency in resource utilization experienced by traditional healthcare systems. Results. The qualitative approach is employed to understand and appreciate the advances in green healthcare strategies, including revisiting existing research and analyses of pertinent case studies. The paper starts by discussing the origins and developments of green healthcare, explaining how it diverges from traditional models in that energy-efficient and eco-friendly processes and the use of building designs that incorporate nature are emphasized within the healthcare delivery systems. To show the implementation of the green design principles in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, two case studies — As-Salam Hospital and HMG Sehat Al Sharq at Al Khobar are conducted. Conclusions. As the key findings indicate, the green healthcare system development priorities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia include cutting carbon emissions and waste and promoting the healing environment through eco-friendly designs. The study shows how important architectural features are in enhancing the use of water, air, and light. The document also considers some new approaches that reduce the negative impact, such as solar energy, proper waste management, and telemedicine. A SWOT analysis determines the strength of the availability of government support, whereas financial and civic awareness is a threat. It is noted that green health system practices in Saudi Arabia are showing an upward trend, but more efforts are needed to actualize the utmost outcome, focusing on citizen’s engagement, policy frameworks, and technological advancement. The research enhances the global discourse that has taken root in sustainable healthcare by explaining how new approaches can transform the healthcare business in the Kingdom.