CAIRO - 4 May 2026: A source at the Ministry of Local Development and Environment revealed that work is progressing rapidly at the Integrated Waste Management Complex in 10th of Ramadan City.
This complex is considered the flagship project within the state's plan to improve air quality and address climate change in Greater Cairo.
It represents a qualitative leap in Egypt's strategy to transition towards a green economy. The complex aims to receive and process approximately 15,000 tons of waste daily, equivalent to half the total waste generated in the Greater Cairo region, through a partnership with the private sector and utilizing the latest global technologies.
The source confirmed that the leadership at the Ministry of Local Development and Environment has emphasized the need to expedite the completion of all vital facilities within the 10th of Ramadan complex, establishing a specific timeline to ensure swift implementation.
The source also explained that the complex aims to create more than 3,500 direct and indirect job opportunities, while also providing dedicated spaces for smart green projects implemented by young people.
Public Transport: Electric Buses and Localization of Manufacturing
The source indicated that, as part of efforts to reduce emissions from public transport vehicles, the supply of 100 electric buses to the Public Transport Authority, with a local manufacturing rate exceeding 45%, was announced.
This is in addition to 20 buses for the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project. This is accompanied by the development of the Amiriya Garage to become the first and largest electric bus depot in the Middle East, with a study underway regarding the possibility of charging these buses using solar power.
This contributes to the localization of clean technology and the transformation of the transportation system from traditional fuels to electricity.
Real-Time Air Quality Monitoring
A source at the Waste Management Regulatory Authority confirmed that the project includes strengthening the air quality monitoring network by supplying 57 monitoring stations for climate pollutants and greenhouse gases, and developing forecasting and early warning systems.
This system aims to achieve an integrated real-time monitoring system for air quality management, which will contribute to making accurate decisions to combat pollution, while also building the capacity of approximately 500 specialized personnel in this field.
Innovative Management of Electronic and Medical Waste
For the first time in Egypt, a legal framework and operational regulations are being developed for managing electronic waste, along with the implementation of a pilot project to collect and recycle 4,000 tons of it.
The project also includes the development of guidelines and a digital management system (MIS) for managing healthcare waste in university hospitals, ensuring its safe disposal and protecting the environment from the risks of medical waste.
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