As a form of the AASTMT's commitment to reducing the waste problem and reducing the proportion of waste that is sent to landfills. AASTMT is seeking to reduce the amount of waste generated in 2019 when it started to use recyclable materials at different levels and phases.
AASTMT measures the amount of waste generated in the university environment. Around 7mT of waste in 2021-2022. Waste is a combination of organic and inorganic waste. AASTMT is meant to recycle 6mT of the waste generated. The amount of waste sent to landfills is 1mT mainly hazardous medical waste from clinics and faculties.
Our goal is to attain Zero-waste Campus status by 2049, while concurrently reducing our total trash generation by 15% prior to 2030. To comprehensively address campus waste, we must pursue novel solutions and forge new alliances across all dimensions.
Here are the details of a project funded by the AASTMT, a Video for the Campus Smart recycling system to turn Food organic waste and recyclables into economic value products. and https://aast.edu/openfiles/opencmsfiles/pdf_retreive_cms_open.php?disp_unit=1211/2068_proposal%20(1).pdf
Turning Waste into Sustainable Solutions: AASTMT’s Focus on Vermicomposting
Part of its continuous dedication to sustainable waste management and recycling techniques, the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) is aggressively investigating vermicomposting. By improving soil quality, increasing drainage, and lowering soil erosion, vermicomposting—a green method—transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich compost so supporting sustainable development. Apart from improving food preservation and crop yields, this natural composting technique is quite important in reducing methane and CO₂ emissions from organic waste. In line with sustainable development objectives, AASTMT keeps using vermicomposting over its campuses to generate fertilisers for agricultural areas, so supporting environmentally friendly waste disposal and environmentally conscious practices.
The Aquaculture Research Centre (ARC) of AASTMT on the main campus supervises this two-path recycling system. Waste is gathered and placed in earthworm composting pens in the first path, where it is transformed into vermicompost—then applied as organic fertiliser for landscaping. With some of the worms used in the fish culture operations of the ARC, the worms generated by this process also grow in number. The second route treats the waste to create soluble fertilisers and bio-gas. For several ARC operations, this bio-gas provides a substitute energy source that emphasises AASTMT's creative approach to waste management and sustainable energy. By means of continuous vermicomposting programs, AASTMT keeps encouraging environmentally friendly behaviours and transforms waste into valuable resources for landscaping and agricultural operations over its campuses.
Turning Waste into Sustainable Solutions
Arab Academy and Nahdet Misr Sign MoU for Sustainable Environmental Management and Training Collaboration
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Nahdet Misr Company and the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT).
Today, a joint Memorandum of Understanding was officially adopted between Nahdet Misr for Modern Environmental Services, a subsidiary of Arab Contractors, and the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport. Signed by: His Excellency, Mr. Hossam El-Din Imam (Chairman of the Board) and Prof. Dr. Alaa Abdel Bari (Vice President of the Academy).
The memorandum includes cooperation in the following areas:
MoU for Sustainable Environmental Management and Training Collaboration
AAST Partners with Nahdet Misr in Pioneering Plastic Waste Collection Initiative for Alexandria’s Marine Conservation
The Ordinary General Assembly of Nahdet Misr for Modern Environmental Services, led by Chairman Hossam El-Din Imam, approved the 2022 financial statements and reported a revenue of EGP 886 million. The company increased its workforce to 7,200 employees, raising wages to EGP 295.4 million. Imam expressed gratitude to employees, auditors, and board members, and particularly thanked Ahmed El-Assar, Chairman of Arab Contractors, for ongoing support.
Improvements over the past year, including new equipment and vehicles, helped Alexandria become Egypt's cleanest governorate, leading to a 5-year contract with Alexandria Governorate for waste management and street cleaning services. Nahdet Misr also signed protocols with Titan Company for alternative fuel supply and with the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) to establish a company focused on collecting plastic waste from Alexandria’s coastal areas. Imam emphasized the company's commitment to Egypt Vision 2030 and sustainable development goals, expanding services to new governorates and enhancing quality.
Pioneering Plastic Waste Collection Initiative for Alexandria’s Marine Conservation
Arab Academy Students Explore Environmental Training and Collaboration with Nahdet Misr for Modern Environmental Services
Nahdet Misr for Modern Environmental Services, a subsidiary of Arab Contractors, welcomed a delegation of students from the Arab Academy for Science and Technology at its headquarters in Moharram Bek. This visit was part of the memorandum of understanding regarding training to enhance the capabilities of human resources.
The student delegation was received by several company officials, including: Mr. Mohamed El-Saeed, Head of Environmental Treatment Sector and Medical Waste Management, Mr. Ahmed Tawfik, Head of Research and Development, Ms. Rita Elias, Office Manager of the Vice Chairman
The delegation visited the hazardous medical waste treatment center to learn about treatment methods and safe disposal practices in accordance with legal and environmental standards.
After the field tour, the delegation attended a meeting to learn about the company’s various activities and explore cooperation opportunities between the company and the Academy in the environmental sector.
Environmental Training and Collaboration with Nahdet Misr for Modern Environmental Services
Disposal Procedures at The College Of Pharmacy
The College Of Pharmacy At AASTMT Is Reinforcing Its Commitment To Environmental Safety With A Waste Disposal Initiative In Its Laboratories. Liquid Chemical Waste Is Collected In Designated Bottles Within Each Lab And Then Transferred To Larger Containers, While Broken Glass Is Stored In Separate Containers For Safe Disposal. All Waste Is Ultimately Handed Over To Nahdet Misr Company, A Certified Provider, To Ensure Environmentally Responsible Disposal. This Initiative Highlights AASTMT’s Dedication to Maintaining a Safe and Eco-Friendly Campus Environment
Disposal Procedures at The College Of Pharmacy
Medical and Biohazardous Waste Disposal Program
The AASTMT waste management process is designed to ensure the safe and environmentally responsible handling of hazardous waste from its point of generation in labs and clinics to its final disposal. Beginning with careful waste segregation, each type of hazardous material—whether chemical, biological, or medical—is collected in specially labeled containers to prevent cross-contamination and facilitate correct disposal procedures. For biological waste, an initial sterilization step via autoclaving neutralizes pathogens, reducing any health risks. The waste is then securely stored and periodically handed over to Nahdet Misr under the supervision of trained staff members to verify compliance with safety protocols. This carefully monitored end-to-end process, not only protects AASTMT’s campus community but also aligns with best practices in environmental stewardship by ensuring hazardous waste is handled, transported, and disposed of in a sustainable and regulated manner.
As a form of the AASTMT's commitment to reducing the waste problem and reducing the proportion of waste that is sent to landfills. AASTMT is seeking to reduce the amount of waste generated from 2019 when it started to use recyclable materials at different levels and phases.
AASTMT measures the amount of waste generated in the university environment. Around 7mT of waste in 2021-2022. The waste is a combination of organic and inorganic waste. AASTMT is meant to recycle 6mT of the waste generated. The amount of waste sent to landfills is 1mT mainly hazardous medical waste from clinics and faculties.
Our objective is to achieve Zero-waste Campus status by the year 2049, while simultaneously decreasing our total waste output by 15% before 2030. To effectively tackle all aspects of campus waste, we must seek innovative solutions and establish new collaborations, encompassing everything.
Here are the details of a project funded by the AASTMT project for the Campus Smart recycling system to turn Food organic waste and recyclables into economic value products. And here is the demonstration Video for the Campus Smart recycling system to turn Food organic waste and recyclables into economic value products.
