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In a country that is predominantly desert, the Nile River provides the lifeblood for Egypt's population. With 96% of Egyptians living along the river, environmental issues are a central component of Egyptian life.
Economic development has placed great stress on Egypt's environment. Population density, combined with long-postponed infrastructure investments, has severely overwhelmed the water and wastewater services of urban areas, creating numerous environmental hazards.
Environmental awareness is slowly increasing through government programs, policies and high-profile environmental conferences. Although many of Egypt's environmental programs are just beginning to gain momentum, the government's awareness-raising programs are preparing Egyptians to tackle their environmental challenges.
Preserving the environment is one of EACD’s major interests. The association implements its environmental programs in the Assiut governorate, in coordination with other NGOs, environmental establishments, research centers and concerned governmental authorities. These activities reach around 830 beneficiaries.
EACD possesses several practical ideas and prototypes, which aim to both protect the environment against pollution and to harness waste recycling toward the production of consumable gas and fertilizers. |
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