New Alamain SWRO Desalination Plant – 150,000 m³/d - North coast, EGYPT

Project description

Located on the Mediterranean coast of EGYPT in an area of growing tourism and urban development, the plant desalinates seawater using reverse osmosis technology and produces 150,000 m3 / day of drinking water to serve more than one million inhabitants. The plant has intake & outfall marine line systems, onshore treatment facility and desalinated water tanks. 

Project Owner

Egyptian Armed Forces Engineering Authority

Contractor

Aqualia Infrastructure S. A

EcoBusiness Scope

‒         Marine Baseline Survey: 14-day seawater quality testing, marine ecology assessment, sediment analysis, and benthic habitat mapping.

‒         Marine Ecology Assessment: Evaluate impacts on sensitive habitats, fish spawning grounds, and plankton communities.

‒         Terrestrial Ecology Survey: Survey flora and fauna with low-disturbance methods and produce detailed habitat maps.

‒         Surface Geological Survey: Map surface geology and soil profiles using field observations and available geotechnical data.

‒         Air & Noise Assessment: Analyse construction/operation emissions; conduct noise modelling and recommend mitigation.

‒         Hydrogeology & Groundwater Study: Assess aquifer conditions, contamination risks, and sustainable water abstraction.

‒         Physical Environment Mapping: Compile topography, geology, geomorphology, soils, and groundwater data into site-specific maps.

‒         Flood Risk Assessment: Conduct drainage analysis, climate data review, and recommend flood protection measures.

‒         Regulatory Review: Review all applicable environmental legislation (incl. Law 4/1994) for full EIA compliance.

‒         ESIA: Full impact assessment covering baseline collection, impact analysis, mitigation, and management.

‒         ESMP: Develop monitoring, mitigation, and compliance framework for construction and operation.

‒         Hydrodynamic & Brine Modelling: Model brine dispersion, dilution, and ecosystem impacts.

‒         Cumulative Impact Assessment: Evaluate combined impacts with nearby industrial/coastal projects.

‒         Permitting & Compliance: Prepare submissions for EEAA, SPA, and other regulatory authorities.

‒         Socioeconomic Assessment: Analyse impacts on communities, fisheries, tourism, and employment.

‒         Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct consultations with communities and regulatory stakeholders.

‒         Waste & Chemical Management: Plan for safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and solid waste.

‒         Emergency & Spill Response Plan: Develop procedures for accidental releases or system failures.

‒         Environmental Monitoring Program: Implement periodic monitoring and auditing during construction and operation.