Ras Sidr SWRO Desalination Plant – 30,000 m³/d – Sinai, EGYPT

Project description

The Ras Sidr desalination plant is a key 30,000 m³/day facility in Sinai, Egypt, using Reverse Osmosis technology to provide clean drinking water and support national water security. The integrated plant features seawater intake, treatment units, storage buildings, and a 2.7 km pipeline network, incorporating an energy-saving system that reduces power consumption by approximately 40%.

Project Owner

Egyptian Armed Forces Engineering Authority

Contractor

DESALIA, S.L. - TAM Environmental services

EcoBusiness Scope

‒         Full ESIA Delivery: Conduct a full Environmental & Social Impact Assessment, including baseline studies, impact prediction, and mitigation plans.

‒         Management & Compliance: Develop the Environmental & Social Management Plan (ESMP) and manage all regulatory submissions.

‒         Marine Baseline Surveys: Perform field surveys for seawater quality, sediments, and marine ecology near intake/outfall areas.

‒         Brine Impact Modeling: Model brine dispersion and dilution to predict impacts on sensitive marine habitats.

‒         Environmental Risk Assessment: Assess risks to terrestrial/marine ecology, groundwater, air, and noise.

‒         Social Impact & Engagement: Analyze effects on local communities and livelihoods; conduct stakeholder engagement.

‒         Operational Procedures: Develop waste/spill response plans and establish long-term monitoring programs.