Environmental Sustainability & Climate

NWRC's Strategic Role and Impact

The Environmental Sustainability & Climate theme reflects NWRC’s commitment to supporting Egypt’s environmental security and climate adaptation agenda. Through integrated research, field monitoring, and lab-based innovations, NWRC provides robust scientific foundations for safeguarding water quality, coastal zones, and ecological health while enabling climate-resilient water management. This thematic area supports national development goals, the SDGs, and Egypt’s commitments under global frameworks such as the Paris Agreement and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction.

Climate Change & Water Resilience

NWRC leads Egypt’s efforts in understanding and responding to the impacts of climate change on water systems. Core areas of work include:

Climate impact assessments on water availability, demand, and variability
Vulnerability mapping for agriculture, deltas, and coastal areas
Development of adaptation strategies and decision support tools
Integration of climate scenarios in water policy and infrastructure design

NWRC is a key technical partner in Egypt’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process and contributes to IPCC-aligned research on water-climate interactions.

Water Quality, Pollution Control & Environmental Health

NWRC conducts comprehensive water quality monitoring and pollution control research through:

The internationally accredited Central Laboratory for Environmental Quality Monitoring (CLEQM)
State-of-the-art equipment for chemical, biological, and microbiological analyses (ICP-MS, LC-MS/MS, RT-PCR)
Water quality assessments for rivers, canals, drains, groundwater, and drinking water systems
Pollution source tracking and impact studies on public health and ecosystems

NWRC supports regulatory bodies, industrial zones, and environmental protection agencies in evidence-based decision-making.

Coastal Zone Management & Protection

With Egypt’s delta and coastline facing increasing risks, NWRC’s coastal research addresses:

Physical modeling of wave dynamics, sediment transport, and shoreline retreat
Assessment of sea level rise impacts on infrastructure and ecosystems
Evaluation of protection measures such as breakwaters, revetments, and soft engineering
Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) strategies linking development with resilience

NWRC plays an instrumental role in designing and validating coastal interventions from the Mediterranean to the Red Sea.

Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) & Eco-Engineering

NWRC explores the use of natural processes for water treatment, climate adaptation, and biodiversity conservation:

Constructed wetlands for biological wastewater treatment
Aquatic vegetation systems for nutrient removal and pollution control
Research on using harvested aquatic weeds for biogas and organic fertilizers
Piloting ecosystem-based solutions for flood mitigation and groundwater recharge

These innovations contribute to NWRC’s leadership in promoting sustainable, low-cost, and locally appropriate water technologies.

Our Distinctive Strengths in Environmental Sustainability & Climate

An ISO-accredited central lab recognized as a UNESCO Category-2 Center
Extensive experience in climate adaptation projects and GCF-aligned research
National coverage through 435 water quality monitoring points
Proven methodologies for eco-based interventions and green infrastructure
Strong engagement in international environmental research and climate diplomacy

NWRC Research Output & Expertise

Explore the comprehensive output of the National Water Research Center through its published research, expert network, and applied technical solutions.

Kamal, N., Ghanem, A. and Abuzeid, A., 2025. Investigating the influence of parameters on Pump Intake Design through the integration of CFD-GIS. International Journal, 14(6).

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Prof. / Ayman Youssef I. Ewida

Bio-treatment of maize processing wastewater using indigenous microorganisms (Sustainable Environment Research)

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Prof. / Safaa Mahmoud Ezzat

Applying quantitative microbial risk assessment model in developing appropriate standards for irrigation water (Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management) A critical review on microbially induced carbonate precipitation for soil stabilization: The global experiences and future prospective (Pedosphere)

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Prof. Khaled Mohamed kotb Fetyan

Professor, Deputy Director, Mechanical &Electrical Research Institute

Professor Researcher– Mechanical and Electrical Research Institute, NWRC, Deputy Director OF MERI. PhD. in Electrical Engineering – Electrical Power and Machine Department – Faculty of Engineering, Al-Azhar University, 2011.” M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering – Electrical Power and Machine Department – Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University, 2006.Bachelor of Electrical Engineering – Electrical Power and Machine Department

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MERI Projects

MERI Projects 07 April, 2026 Cairo, Egypt Projects Overview Performance enhancement of pumping stations for irrigation and drainage (Asset Management System). Power factor improvement for irrigation and drainage pumping stations. Developing a low-cost, low-energy telemetry system. Cathodic…

Aquatic Weed Management in Landing Sites on Lakes Kyoga and Albert, Uganda

Aquatic Weed Management in Landing Sites on Lakes Kyoga and Albert, Uganda 13 December, 2025 Cairo, Egypt Project Overview Heavy infestation along the shores of Lakes Kyoga and Albert in Uganda, driven mainly by Salvinia, disrupted daily…

The Joint Cooperation in Applied Research Programme (JCAR)

The Joint Cooperation in Applied Research Programme (JCAR) is a long-term partnership between Egypt and the Netherlands designed to advance sustainable water management through applied research, policy support, innovation, and capacity development. Bringing together key institutions such…

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