New Alamain City WW Treatment Plant – 90,000 m³/d - North coast, EGYPT

Project description

The New Alamein City Wastewater Treatment Plant is a key environmental infrastructure project on Egypt’s Mediterranean North Coast, designed to treat 90,000 m³/day of sewage using advanced tertiary treatment to support the fast-growing population of New Alamein City. The facility includes the main treatment plant, lift stations, and force mains, ensuring high-quality recycled water for irrigation and land reclamation while preventing coastal pollution. As a backbone utility for this new city, the project plays a vital role in promoting sustainable urban development and efficient resource management.

Project Owner

Urban Communities Authority

Contractor

Metito, Orascom joint venture (JV)

EcoBusiness Scope

‒         Conduct baseline environmental surveys (air, noise, soil, groundwater, biodiversity, socio-economic).

‒         Identify sensitive receptors and prepare environmental constraints mapping.

‒         Develop ESIA Scoping Report and Terms of Reference in line with EEAA requirements.

‒         Assess environmental and social impacts for WWTP, and effluent reuse/disposal systems.

‒         Evaluate project alternatives (location, technology, sludge management, discharge/reuse options).

‒         Prepare the full Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and Non-Technical Summary.

‒         Develop the Environmental & Social Management Plan (ESMP) including mitigation, monitoring plan, roles, and expected budget.

‒         Lead stakeholder engagement: identify stakeholders, conduct public consultation, document concerns, and integrate feedback into ESIA.

‒         Identify all required environmental permits and approvals under Egyptian law.

Submit ESIA package to EEAA, respond to comments, and support until final environmental approval is issued.