Construction begins on Saudi Arabia’s futuristic, eco-friendly ‘linear city’

The Line is an eco-friendly linear city in Saudi Arabia, part of the Neom project, aiming to be inhabitable by 2024. It will operate without cars, streets, and carbon emissions, featuring a layered design for pedestrians and infrastructure. AI-driven transport and 100% clean energy will support 1 million residents. Neom, announced in 2017, spans into Jordan and Egypt, covering 10,230 square miles, funded by $500 billion from the Saudi government and investors.

What are the essential daily services that residents will have access to within a 5-minute walk?

How much funding is allocated for the broader Neom project, and who will provide it?