Integration of Renewable Energy Technologies in Urban Areas in Hot Arid Climates Saturday, April 19 th 2014 Development in Egypt-GBC and Green Pyramids Prof. Manal El-Batran Professor of Urban Planning, Housing and Building National Research Centre, HBRC Coordinator, Egypt Green Building Council, Egypt-GBC
List of Contents Introduction : how sustainable is Egypt? Establishing Egypt-GBC Current Situation in Egypt Future of Green Building in Egypt
Introduction.. How sustainable is Egypt?
Egypt s rank is 16 of the 20 highest nations in terms of population increase. Egypt has shifted from an energy exporting country to an importing one. Huge amounts of subsidies for petrol and related products. Big burden on the government. Regulations and incentive measures need to be provided by the Government to encourage the efficient use of energy and investments in renewable sources of energy.
Establishing Egypt-GBC How and When did Egypt-GBC Start Technically On April, 2007 the idea of Egypt-GBC started, after the news of the first World GBC meeting in Rabat, Morocco. Talks with Egyptian professionals and Ministry of Housing revealed big interest in the idea of a Egyptian Green Building Council. Actually The Egyptian Green Building Council (Egypt-GBC) was established in January 2009 Egypt-GBC has been formed Under the Chairmanship of H.E. The Minster of Housing, Utilities & Urban Development. In 2009, letter of intent to World GBC and official Associate Group level approval by World GBC
Establishing Egypt-GBC Start of Sustainability in Egypt 2009 GPRS 2010 2011
Establishing Egypt-GBC Green Pyramids Rating System, GPRS The Green Pyramid Rating System (GPRS) Levels: There are three levels for green building certification in accordance with the Egyptian GPRS: Silver Pyramid Golden Pyramid Green Pyramid Unlike other international rating systems, the highest level of certification is labeled green rather than platinum. For example, to raise the awareness, confirm that ultimate goal and promote the fact that the most valuable level is reaching green.
Green Pyramids Rating System Focus areas Egypt-GBC, a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in Seven key areas: Sustainable Sites Development Water Saving Energy Efficiency and Environment Materials Selection and Construction System Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation and Design Process Recycling of Solid Waste
Policies of Sustainable Building in Egypt.. The Policies Energy Saving Energy Efficiency Local Materials Water Efficiency Recycling Control Systems Natural Lighting Natural Ventilation Carbon Tagging GHG reduction Preserve Ecosystems Code of Energy Efficiency in Residential Buildings. 2003 by HBRC Code of Energy Efficiency in Commercial Buildings. 2006 by HBRC Code of Energy Efficiency in Governmental Buildings. (Underway) Unified Building LAW 2008
INTERGOVERNMENTAL PANEL ON CLIMATE CHANGE (IPCC), 4 TH REPORT
INTERGOVERNMENTAL PANEL ON CLIMATE CHANGE (IPCC), 4 TH REPORT
Building is consuming 72% of Egypt s total Energy Production, out of theses 52% is residential building: 85% Existing one & 15% new building. But this highlights the importance of tackling the Existing Building if Egypt would like to face the current electricity shortage knowing that the skyrocketing rate of population increase. the need for primary and secondary Energy will remain a prime challenge for the government.
Future of Green Building in Egypt.. Egypt-GBC Vision : To improve the life of Egyptian People and Contribute to the Global Movement Towards Cleaner Environment and Renewable Energy through the adoption of Green Building Approach
Having all of these in mind, we Egypt-GBC are examining and investigating these major issue and focusing on developing a system that is sustainable for the Existing Stock: To assist government and policy makers with the adaptive policy. This will actually support existing Egyptian cities in making them Green Economic Growth as a support for Green economy initiative and participate in the sustainable development path. Not only that but also lower amount of GHG s emission for adaption to Climate Change.
Thank You.. Questions? References: http://eeer-society.wikispaces.com/introduction www.hbrc.edu.eg www.egypt-gbc.gov.eg Prof. Dr. Manal El Batran, Egypt- GBC Contact: m_elbatran@hotmail.com