New Alamien City, North coast, EGYPT

Project description

New Alamein City, located on Egypt’s northern Mediterranean coast, is a flagship urban development designed to become a modern, sustainable, and integrated city. The project encompasses residential, commercial, cultural, and recreational zones, supported by advanced infrastructure including roads, water and wastewater networks, and energy-efficient utilities. Special attention has been given to coastal protection, stormwater management, and environmental sustainability, with extensive geotechnical, hydrological, and ecological studies conducted prior to construction. The city also integrates smart urban planning concepts, aiming to balance population growth, tourism, and industrial development while preserving the coastal ecosystem. New Alamein City represents a strategic expansion of Egypt’s northern urban corridor, promoting economic growth and regional connectivity.

EcoBusiness Scope

‒         Prepared the environmental baseline profile covering coastal, marine, hydrological, ecological, and socio-economic conditions of the New Alamein region.

‒         Identified key environmental sensitivities, including shoreline dynamics, groundwater vulnerability, habitat areas, and potential climate-related risks.

‒         Assessed environmental impacts of proposed urban development scenarios, including land use, infrastructure, transportation, and tourism components.

‒         Conducted stakeholder consultations with authorities, planners, and community representatives to integrate environmental priorities into strategic planning.

‒         Developed strategic mitigation measures, environmental planning guidelines, and sustainability criteria to support environmentally compliant city development.

‒         Prepared SEA documentation, compliance matrices, and recommendations aligned with Egyptian environmental regulations and international best practice.

‒         Coordinated meetings with the client and authorities, ensuring the study met regulatory requirements and received approval from the Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency.