Jeddah Tower: How the world’s tallest building plans to break the kilometer barrier

The Jeddah Tower, set to become the world's tallest building at over 1,000 meters, is under construction in Saudi Arabia, aiming to surpass the Burj Khalifa by 180 meters. The project faced setbacks but resumed in 2025 with ambitious engineering solutions, including a buttressed core and vertical concrete-pumping technology. Although it represents Saudi Arabia's modernization ambitions, the tower raises environmental concerns due to its immense carbon footprint and the impact on the coastal environment. It is a symbol of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative but is critiqued for its environmental impact.