Goal 6. Clean Water and Sanitation
Wokshops and training programs offered in 2021-2022
"Water Quality Measurements and Laboratory Techniques" Workshop (free) [1]
A free 2-day training session on Water Quality Measurements and Laboratory Techniques for young water engineers, technicians and professionals organized between AASTMT and Alexandria Water Company (AWCo). The activity was planned to contribute to SDG 6, SDG 13 and SDG 15.
Water Quality Measurements and Laboratory Techniques Workshop
External Visits to Implement Sustainable Development Goals for The Industrial Technical Secondary School for Water Supply And Sanitation For Boys In Alexandria (free) [2]
Under the supervision of Mr. Jaber Mustafa, the school's principal, the school had the honor of receiving a visit from a committee representing the School's Cooperation Protocol with the AASTMT. The purpose of the visit was to develop the school in the field of sustainable development, with a focus on energy conservation. The committee expressed their admiration for the school, its students, and the modern educational facilities. They were accompanied by several engineers from the company to exchange experiences regarding electricity consumption reduction, as the school is known for its expertise in water conservation among leading schools.
Seminar for Pathway to Water Security in Egypt through Reverse Osmosis Desalination (free) [3]
As part of the participation of the College of Engineering and Technology at the main campus of the AASTMT in Abu Qir in celebrating Egypt's hosting of the 27th session of the international climate conference COP27 in November 2022 in Sharm El-Sheikh, the Department of Mechanical Engineering is pleased to invite students of the "Power Mechanics" division within the department to attend a lecture on: "The Path to Water Security in Egypt through Reverse Osmosis Desalination." Desalination of seawater is considered an important tool for safeguarding the future of water resources in the Arab Republic of Egypt as a form of renewable energy.
Seminar for Pathway to Water Security in Egypt through Reverse Osmosis Desalination
Participating of a Number of Responsibility Centers and Students in Port Said Governorate To Raise Awareness Of The Sustainable Development Goals In Presence of Cooperation Parties Of Common Interest (free) [4]
The AASTMT is committed to fulfilling its social responsibility by engaging with the community and creating a positive impact. Various responsibility centers, including department heads in architecture, environmental design, and construction engineering from the Faculty of Engineering and Technology in the Port Said Branch, along with students, participated in a significant event at the Port Said Governorate Diwan. This free event involved collaboration with relevant government entities, such as the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development, Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, Port Said Governorate, Civil Society Organizations, as well as industrialists and businessmen from the Industrial Zone in Port Said.During the event, the participants presented environmentally friendly projects focused on the agricultural sector, a key element in achieving food self-sufficiency. They also discussed projects related to food waste recycling and raising awareness among Egyptian farmers about the threats of climate change, including issues like land erosion, desertification, soil salinity, and reduced crop productivity. The input of local farmers was considered to address their specific needs and priorities.
Participating of a Number of Responsibility Centers and Students in Port Said Governorate To Raise Awareness Of The Sustainable Development Goals In Presence of Cooperation Parties Of Common Interest
College Of Engineering And Technology, Arab Academy For Science And Technology Participation In COP27 (free) [5]
College of Engineering and Technology, Arab Academy for Science and Technology participated in the Climate Conference COP27, which is being held in Sharm El Sheikh during the month of November, Dr. Both in the field of energy and environment. The lectures dealt with different topics such renewable energy, climate changes, water security and sustainable cities.
Sustainable Development Goals and Vision of Egypt 2030 (free) [6]
"Engineers for Sustainable Egypt" collaborated with the Department of Business Information Systems at the Faculty of Business Administration in Smart Village for a public lecture titled "Sustainable Development Goals and Egypt Vision 2030." Dr. Ahmed Al-Sadawi, the head of the department and a member of the initiative's scientific advisory council, opened the lecture, highlighting the ongoing cooperation between the department and the initiative. The Dean of the Faculty of Education at the Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Ahmed Al-Rawas, honored the initiative representatives for their training efforts, and training certificates were presented to faculty members. The collaboration aims to promote sustainable development awareness, share expertise, and train qualified individuals in alignment with Egypt's Vision 2030.
Energy and Petroleum Logistics Management Department in Alexandria "Ambassador for Sustainable Development" by 100% (free) [7]
"Engineers for a Sustainable Egypt" initiative collaborated with the Department of Energy and Petroleum Logistics Management, guided by Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Qader, to provide a series of free training courses. These courses, conducted by accredited trainers approved by the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development, along with representatives of the "Be an Ambassador" initiative, extended over five days and focused on sustainable development. The primary goal was to raise awareness about sustainable development concepts and objectives, with a specific emphasis on equipping faculty members as accredited trainers in sustainable development. The training sessions covered a wide range of topics, including sustainable financing, digital transformation, the role of governance in achieving sustainable development goals, efficient water usage, sustainable urban planning, climate action through sustainable transportation, waste recycling, and effective communication skills.
The Fourth Edition of the Arab Week for Sustainable Development [8]
H.E Prof. Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghafar Ismail Farag – President of the AASTMT participated in the activities of the Fourth Edition of the Arab Week for Sustainable Development that was organized by the League of Arab States, the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development in Egypt, the United Nations, the European Union and the World Bank, during the period from 13 - 15 February 2022, under the theme "Together for Sustainable Recovery", as to probe ways of alleviating repercussions and negative impacts of coronavirus to help achieve sustainable development goals in Arab countries.
The Fourth Edition of the Arab Week for Sustainable Development
