Qena Governorate Environmental Study

Project description

New Qina City, established by Republican Decree No. 197 of 2000, is a third-generation urban development designed to boost investment opportunities in Upper Egypt, particularly around Qina. Located 8 km east of the Nile and planned over 24.2 thousand feddans, the city forms a strategic extension to existing Qina. Around 7,000 feddans are dedicated to the urban mass, while the remaining land accommodates services, industrial zones, and extensive green areas. New Qina is structured into well-defined residential districts, service clusters, industrial zones, and tourist and recreational areas, supporting a balanced and sustainable urban environment.

EcoBusiness Scope

Subcontracted from Scale Group, EcoBusiness conducted the following:

‒         Prepared a comprehensive environmental profile for Qena Governorate, covering natural resources, land use, ecological features, and socio-environmental conditions.

‒         Identified and analyzed key environmental issues, including pollution sources, ecosystem vulnerabilities, and pressure on natural habitats.

‒         Assessed potential environmental impacts of proposed urban planning scenarios and economic development projects within the strategic plan.

‒         Evaluated compatibility of planned land uses with environmental constraints, including sensitive areas, groundwater protection zones, and agricultural lands.

‒         Developed mitigation measures and environmental management recommendations to support sustainable implementation of the strategic urban plan.

‒         Coordinated with Scale Group to integrate environmental findings into planning outputs, ensuring alignment with national environmental regulations.

‒         Prepared technical reports and maps summarizing environmental priorities and risks to guide decision-making for Qena Governorate’s future development.