Sustainability

Egypt strengthens oversight of internationally funded water projects

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 - 07:56 GMT

Egypt is strengthening oversight of water projects to improve efficiency and align funding with national priorities.

Al-Mashat hosts high-level dialogue on implementing Seville Commitment

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 - 02:04 GMT

The Seville Commitment outlines an ambitious roadmap focused on expanding fiscal space, supporting sustainable investment, and addressing sovereign debt vulnerabilities

Egypt Secures Spot in $1B Climate Investment Program: PlanningMin

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 - 12:20 GMT

Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation emphasized that the selection from a competitive pool of 26 applicant countries underscores international confidence in Egypt’s climate policies and green transformation agenda

African Development Bank greenlights $184.1M to back Africa’s largest solar power facility in Egypt

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 - 12:56 GMT

To be located in Qena Governorate, the Obelisk project involves the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of a large-scale solar plant integrated with energy storage

Egypt, France discuss cooperation on UN ocean conference, plastic pollution in Mediterranean

Sat, 24 May 2025 - 09:45 GMT

Egypt aims to spotlight critical themes such as “Blue Economy and Mediterranean Sustainability”, leveraging the platform to foster regional and international collaboration, according to Egyptian Minister of Environment Yasmine Fouad.

Capgemini: disconnect between Egyptian youth's climate concerns and green job readiness

Thu, 22 May 2025 - 01:38 GMT

A new report by the Capgemini Research Institute and UNICEF highlights a concerning gap between the optimism of Egyptian youth regarding climate action and their readiness to pursue green careers

IMF enables Egypt to access sustainability facility worth $1.3B to support country-wide initiatives

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 - 12:55 GMT

This funding is part of a larger effort by Egypt to implement its climate strategy, which has been developed in collaboration with multiple ministries and government entities.

Planning and Energy Ministers hold talks on FY2025/2026 investment strategy

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 - 11:10 GMT

A major focus of the discussion was the vital role that electricity and renewable energy play in bolstering Egypt’s economic growth while promoting long-term sustainability across the nation.

World Bank President commends Egypt’s reforms during meeting with Al-Mashat

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 - 12:29 GMT

Held on the sidelines of the WB annual meetings in Washington on Thursday, their meeting discussed private sector financing, capital market development, and restructuring the global financial system.

Egypt lowers renewable energy target to 40% for 2040

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 - 10:19 GMT

During the opening session of the Mediterranean Energy Conference 2024, Badawi stressed the importance of collaboration in the energy sector, calling for increased exploration and investment to tap into Egypt's vast natural gas reserves

Egypt aims for renewable energy to supply 42% of energy mix by 2040

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 - 11:57 GMT

Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Mahmoud Esmat, outlined key targets during the BRICS Energy Ministers Conference, including the goal for renewable energy to comprise over 42 percent of Egypt's energy mix by 2040

FRA inaugurates trading on Africa’s 1st voluntary carbon market

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 - 02:26 GMT

Trading started today, August 13th, with oversight provided by financial authorities in Egypt and across Africa.

Egypt closer to launch of carbon certificate market, FRA completes necessary regulatory requirements

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 - 02:59 GMT

Mohamed Farid, Chairman of the FRA, emphasized that the new regulated market represents a milestone in Egypt’s environmental and financial sectors

FRA releases new conditions for brokerage firms to trade in upcoming voluntary carbon market

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 - 12:07 GMT

On Tuesday, Farid issued Decision No. 1732 of 2024, revealing the specific criteria for firms to qualify for future FRA approval

Petroleum Minister reveals intention to inject fresh financing into energy consumption reduction projects

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 - 01:33 GMT

Badawi also emphasized that these efforts are pivotal to Egypt's sustainable development strategy, reflecting a proactive stance on climate action and energy transition

Egypt, EU Consortium to Invest €7 Billion in Green Hydrogen Initiative

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 - 07:25 GMT

Egypt launches a landmark €7 billion deal for green hydrogen production in Ras Shuqair.

More than 28k vehicles successfully imported as part of initiative to replace older cars, Maait

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 - 11:47 GMT

According to the recent Global Electric Mobility Readiness Index (GEMRIX) 2023, Egypt ranked 28th as a “starter market” with significant potential for early infrastructure development

Alex Giolo, CEO of Decathlon Egypt Emphasizing the Brand’s Efforts towards Sustainability

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 - 12:21 GMT

Decathlon in Partnership with the French Embassy and LYNX Held an Environmental Sustainability Conference on "The Role of French Companies in Supporting Egypt's Sustainability Priorities."

Forging a path to Corporate Responsibility: The Role of French Companies in Supporting Egypt’s Sustainability Priorities

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 - 02:39 GMT

The French leading sports retailer Decathlon, jointly with LYNX Strategic Business Advisors and the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Egypt (CCIFE) organized a roundtable titled "The Role of French Companies in Supporting Egypt's Sustainability Priorities."

AUC Professors Develop A Sustainable And Environment-Friendly Construction System Using Robotic Additive Manufacturing

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 - 01:33 GMT

Two professors at The American University in Cairo (AUC) have developed an innovative construction system using Robotic Additive Manufacturing that is both sustainable and environmentally friendly.

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