Cairo: November 21, 2024
General Mohamed Salah, the Minister of Military Production, met with Mr Robert Valk, Founder and CEO of Green Tech Egypt and Renergy Group Partner, togetherwith Mr Eslam Ramadan, the company’s manager, at the ministryin the New Administrative Capital.
Minister Mohamed Salah stated that the meeting was intended to review the progress of ongoing cooperation between the two parties on various development projects, including the development of Egypt’s first WTE power plant. The project is being carried out through the “Renergy Group Partners” consortium, which includes (the Ministry of Military Production, Green Tech Egypt, and OAK Holdings). The plant, located in Abu Rawash, Giza Governorate, is designed to process 1,200 tons of waste per day to produce 30 MW of electricity. This initiative contributes to creating a healthy and clean environment, enhancing Egypt’s climate security, and improving citizens’ living standards.
The Minister emphasised his commitment to closely monitoring all developments related to this national project and working with all participating entities to overcome any obstacles.
Minister Mohamed Salah highlighted the Egyptian government’s interest in promotinga supportive climate to encourage environmental investment to combat climate change. This includes involving the private sector in projects such as upgrading and establishing waste facilities.
Mr Robert Valk praised the continuous coordination among all parties involved in the waste-to-energy project and emphasised its expected positive impact on the environment and economy. He also praised Egypt’s efforts to expand clean energy projects, supporting the country’s climate change mitigation goals. Furthermore, he appreciated the government’s commitment to integrating the private sector and enhancing its role in waste management and various manufacturing sectors.