Egypt has declared the Grand Egyptian Museum carbon neutral, marking the first time carbon footprint accounting has been applied to a national mega project, officials said on Sunday—an important milestone in the country’s push toward green development. Awad described the step as unprecedented among Egypt’s national projects and said it reflects presidential directives to integrate environmental and climate considerations into the planning and implementation of major developments. She added that the initiative aligns with Egypt Vision 2030 and the National Climate Change Strategy 2050. Achieving carbon neutrality at the Grand Egyptian Museum demonstrates Egypt’s ability to deliver world-class cultural landmarks that meet international sustainability standards, Awad said. Ahmed Ghoneim, Chief Executive of the Grand Egyptian Museum Authority, said the verified report confirms the museum’s commitment to managing major events using robust emissions measurement methodologies, while linking heritage preservation with environmental protection.
