Major General Dr Khaled Mubarak, Governor of South Sinai, met representatives of Renergy Group Partners at his office in Sharm El-Sheikh to discuss a proposed mega green-hydrogen production station in El-Tor City.
The meeting formed part of South Sinai’s comprehensive-development plan under President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Egypt’s transition towards sustainable energy under Egypt Vision 2030.
National green-hydrogen framework
The proposal follows Prime Minister Dr Mostafa Madbouly’s Decision No. 3445 of 2023, which established the National Council for Green Hydrogen and its Derivatives.
The Governor welcomed the proposal, noting South Sinai’s natural and topographical features and the potential benefits for local people. The project is intended to support the green economy, reduce carbon emissions and use renewable energy to produce hydrogen, reducing reliance on traditional fuels.
Study requested
Dr Khaled Mubarak asked for a comprehensive study covering the location, investment value, expected returns and employment. Project Director Mr Frans van Breugel estimated that the project would create approximately 10,000 direct and indirect jobs, supporting young people, local communities and the governorate’s economic development.
The Governor described renewable-energy projects as a priority because of their contribution to sustainable development and local and international energy investment in South Sinai, as well as their role in Egypt’s 2030 goals.
