Egypt’s ministry of environment is investing EUR 4.5 million in a cutting-edge waste recycling facility in the Assiut Governorate.
The project is led by Minister of Environment Yasmine Fouad as part of the National Solid Waste Management Programme. It is said to be key to modernising Egypt’s waste management systems and realising ambitious sustainable development goals.
Two recycling lines
Spanning 56 000m2, the facility will incorporate advanced recycling technology from Germany and the Netherlands with two processing lines capable of handling 60 tonnes of waste per hour. Construction is expected to take 18 months, featuring fully integrated infrastructure, mechanical processing lines and a robust operational framework.
The project also includes workforce training to build in-house expertise while securing the long-term effectiveness of the facility.
Eco-friendly economic growth
The economic impact of the plant is described as ‘substantial’. It is projected to create 100 direct and 2 000 indirect job opportunities.
Additionally, the facility will produce high-value outputs, such as organic fertilisers to support the agricultural sector and refuse-derived fuel. These products will benefit the region’s industry while contributing to national economic development.
Expanding recycling capacity across the country is in line with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s sustainability strategy.
Egypt is home to almost 113 million people and generates an estimated 100 million tonnes of waste every year. Most of it is agricultural and municipal waste.
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