The first municipal solid waste treatment and energy conversion station project in Egypt is under implementation in Abu Rawash, through a cooperation between the National Organization for Military Production, Renergy Group Partners — a consortium of experts in engineering, technology, project financing, and construction — and the Giza Governorate. Through a major consultancy process, the Ministries of Environment, Finance, Electricity, Local Development, Housing, and Military Production support the project. The project is set to contribute to maximizing waste utilization by reducing the volume of waste destined for final disposal, and turning it into electricity, thereby mitigating emissions from the waste sector—a significant contributor to climate change. The station seeks to process 1200 tons daily into 30 megawatts of electricity per hour. This initiative marks a significant step towards localizing waste-to-energy technology in Egypt through a sustainable model and bolstering partnerships with the private sector. Another goal of the initiative is to enhance environmental investment in Egypt, providing equal opportunities for participation, with an investment cost of approximately USD 120 million (EGP 5.75 billion). Discussions are underway with the Giza Governorate to secure land spanning approximately 500 square meters to accommodate facilities…
Egypt Implements its First Waste-to-Energy Project in Abu Rawash
July 17, 2024
By Nadine Tag
Journalist
