frequently asked question

frequently asked question

Project Achievements & Components

  • Protection of 69 km of the Nile Delta.

  • Development of the Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Plan.

Newly Introduced Components:

  • The Social Component.

  • Pilot Site Landscape Coordination.

  • Building Code for Coastal Zones.

  • Project Community Awareness Plan.

 

  • Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) – Project Owner

  • United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) – Supervision

  • Egyptian Public Authority for Shore Protection (SPA) – Implementing Agency

  • Green Climate Fund (GCF) – Funding Partner

Based on the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report, which classified the Nile Delta as one of the world's top three most vulnerable hotspots, the implementation of 69 km of coastal protection works was a vital and proactive measure. The project targeted five coastal governorates (Kafr El-Sheikh, Beheira, Dakahlia, Port Said, and Damietta) with the aim of safeguarding citizens' lives, preserving agricultural lands and infrastructure, and protecting massive national investments estimated at approximately $8.4 Billion

As part of our efforts to protect our coasts, we adopt "Nature-based Solutions" (NbS) as a core pillar for climate change adaptation. It is more than just protection; it is an integrated biological ecosystem:

  • Materials from the Heart of Nature: We utilize sand, vegetation, and eco-friendly stones to construct natural barriers.

  • A Living, Renewable System: Unlike traditional concrete barriers, these solutions allow ecosystems to grow and biodiversity to thrive.

  • Resilience: They possess a high capacity to adapt to sea-level rise (SLR) and withstand sea surges and storms.

  • Economic Sustainability: They offer lower construction costs, coupled with a commitment to periodic maintenance programs to ensure their efficiency as a shield for vulnerable areas.

This plan serves as the strategic cornerstone for decision-making support in Egypt's northern coastal regions, encompassing all stages of planning, implementation, and monitoring. The plan focuses on providing decision-makers with accurate and verified data regarding sea-level rise risks, utilizing advanced mathematical models and comprehensive assessments of economic, social, and environmental dimensions. Furthermore, it provides a detailed guiding framework for coastal resource management, as well as the development of alternative uses and regulations, ensuring resilience against both current climate challenges and future risks

To ensure sustainable and efficient decision-making, the ECCADP project has deployed advanced monitoring technologies covering the entire North Delta coast. This initiative aims to bridge the gap in observational data by providing a continuous and representative flow of information that reflects the actual environmental status. Beyond providing precise observations of marine and coastal phenomena, these stations are designed to technically integrate with the existing monitoring infrastructure, serving as a foundation for the launch of a unified and comprehensive National Coastal Observation System