Eni and the Bioenergy Association for Sustainable Development, affiliated with the Ministry of Environment of the Arab Republic of Egypt, signed in Cairo today a cooperation agreement to prepare a comprehensive feasibility study for establishing biogas production units based on the treatment of animal and agricultural waste. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Eng. Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, and Dr. Manal Awad, Minister of Local Development and Acting Minister of Environment.
The joint study will assess the feasibility of building a biodigestion plant capable of treating agricultural and animal waste, particularly from livestock farming. The biogas produced by biodigestion can generate renewable electricity and heat, while also producing higher-value organic fertilizers for use in agriculture, further contributing to the circular economy. The initiative would also reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural waste and byproducts, while generating high quality carbon credits.
The agreement is in line with the Ministry of Environment’s objective to promote the dissemination of biogas technology across Egyptian governorates and to develop innovative and sustainable energy solutions that contribute to emission reduction and sustainable development. It also fits in Eni’s long-term strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 through a multi-faceted approach that includes developing integrated solutions to reduce emissions and enhance resource efficiency.
Eni has been present in Egypt since 1954. The company is the countries largest hydrocarbon producer and is actively engaged in a number of initiatives aimed at promoting a sustainable energy transition.
Source: Eni
