UNDP Egypt

Climate adaptation is development—and Egypt is leading the way. #Egypt’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP), led by the Ministry of Environment and UNDP Egypt with support from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), provides a strategic framework for strengthening resilience to climate impacts across agriculture, water, health, and cities. Why it matters: 🌾 Over 30% of Egyptians work in agriculture—highly vulnerable to rising temperatures and water scarcity 🌊 12% of the Nile Delta’s fertile land is at risk from sea level rise 🏘️ Millions remain exposed to climate shocks The NAP helps: 📌 Integrate adaptation into national planning and budgeting 📌 Promote community-led solutions in vulnerable areas 📌 Train government staff and empower local actors 📌 Mobilize finance for scalable, bankable adaptation projects By mainstreaming adaptation into development, Egypt is protecting lives, livelihoods, and building a climate-resilient future aligned with Vision 2030. 🔗 Learn more: https://go.undp.org/w3v

Transparency is the backbone of #climate accountability. #Egypt’s Biennial Transparency Reports (BTR) project is a key part of the Paris Agreement’s Enhanced Transparency Framework—ensuring countries track and report their climate progress using clear, science-based data. Led by the Ministry of Environment and UNDPEgypt, with support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the project is helping Egypt: 📊 Report greenhouse gas emissions across key sectors ✅ Track progress on Egypt’s NDC targets 🌿 Monitor adaptation actions, including loss & damage 💰 Assess financial needs and support received 👩💼 Ensure gender-responsive, inclusive climate reporting 🤝 Strengthen coordination across ministries and agencies By building a robust national transparency system, Egypt is making climate action more accountable, inclusive, and aligned with its Green Transition Strategy and Vision 2030. 🔗 Learn more: https://go.undp.org/w3z

UNDP’s Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator, funded by the Government of Denmark, helps businesses align with sustainable development and climate targets while growing their businesses to create new, decent jobs. The Accelerator combines tailored business support, access to finance, and digital learning to foster innovation and inclusive economic growth. On 1 September, the Accelerator is launching a free Impact Measurement & Management course for small and medium businesses (SMEs). The course equips small business leaders to measure, manage, and communicate their impact - so they can unlock new opportunities and scale their businesses sustainably. Access the course and learn more about the Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator: impactventurehub.org. #GGJAP #UNDP_shababEEK UNDP in the Arab States region UNDP Nordic Private Sector UNDP Denmark UNDP Sustainable Finance Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark Dansk-Arabisk Partnerskabsprogram Flat6Labs

Under the Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator Project (#GGJAP), agrinexu for training and consulting—a Cohort 1 SME—is empowering agriculture students through experiential learning.   At Al-Haggag’s aquaponic and hydroponic farm, Akhdar bridges the gap between theory and practice, giving youth hands-on training in sustainable farming methods.   With GGJAP’s support, Akhdar has been able to: ✅ Design immersive training programmes for agriculture students. ✅ Apply Impact Measurement & Management (IMM) tools to track and grow their social and environmental impact. ✅ Expand opportunities for youth to engage in sustainable farming practices.   Through GGJAP, #SMEs gain mentorship, capacity building, and growth opportunities to scale #sustainably, create #greenjobs, and drive solutions that benefit people and the planet.   The project is part of the Danih-Arab Partnership Programme Programme (DAPP) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, implemented by UNDP in partnership with Flat6Labs and New Silk Roads .

#Egypt is projected to need over $246 billion by 2030 to meet its Nationally Determined Contributions #NDCs. The Transforming Financial Systems for Climate (TFSC) project, led by the Egyptian Ministry of Environment and UNDP Egypt, with support from AFD - Agence Française de Développement and the Green Climate Fund, aims to scale up climate investments by transforming Egypt’s financial landscape. The project focuses on: ✅ Building climate finance units across ministries ✅ Establishing Egypt’s MRV system to track climate finance ✅ Encouraging private sector participation ✅ Conducting pre-feasibility studies for bankable green projects ✅ Strengthening national capacity to meet UNFCCC commitments This ambitious, ongoing initiative (2023–2027) is a critical step toward aligning public and private finance with Egypt’s climate goals and building a more resilient, green economy. 🌿 🔗 Read more: https://go.undp.org/w36

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In one of her first official meetings since assuming office, UNDP Egypt Resident Representative Chitose Noguchi met with Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and Dr. Hossam Osman, Deputy Minister for Innovation and accompanied by UNDP Egypt Assistant Resident Representative for Inclusive Growth and Innovation, Dr. Abeer Shakweer. The meeting underscored UNDP Egypt’s strong commitment to supporting the Government of #Egypt in advancing #Vision2030 and the recently launched National Policy for Sustainable Innovation 2030—a bold step towards building an innovation-driven knowledge economy. At the meeting, they also discussed the new joint project designed to accelerate the implementation of the Innovation Policy, in close partnership with key affiliates including the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT), the Innovation Support and Development Fund (ISDF), and the Science and Technology Development Fund (STDF). With Egypt’s remarkable progress in the Global Innovation Index—moving from 96th in 2020 to 86th in 2024—this collaboration aims to strengthen Egypt’s role as a regional leader and active global player in science, technology, and innovation. We remain committed to harnessing global expertise and partnerships to support Egypt’s journey towards a sustainable, knowledge-based future.

A milestone for SDG-aligned financing in the Arab region. 🇪🇬 Egypt is the first country in the region to adopt an Integrated National Financing Strategy #EINFS — a strategic tool aligning public and private finance with national development priorities and the #SDGs. With technical support from UNDP, the INFF process included: 🧭 Strategic policy alignment 🤝 Broad-based stakeholder consultations 📈 Capacity building across government institutions Now fully operational, the INFF is helping: 🚀 Mobilize sustainable finance 🔗 Strengthen inter-ministerial coordination

Empowering #women = driving sustainable development. At UNDP Egypt, #genderequality is a cross-cutting priority shaping every programme outcome. From political participation to climate action, we’re integrating women’s empowerment into governance, economic growth, justice, and service delivery. In 2025, UNDP Egypt will launch a new Gender Strategy to deepen our role as a gender advocate and partner — working with government and alongside UN Women. Together, we’re building a future where equality drives progress.

Why protecting #Egypt’s farmland matters Only 3.6% of Egypt’s land is arable, yet it feeds the nation, supports 25% of jobs, and contributes over 11% of GDP. But this land is under threat. 🚨 Land degradation—driven by salinisation, urban sprawl, desertification, climate change, and unsustainable practices—is shrinking arable land and costing the economy. Egypt is responding through: 🌱 Soil and water conservation 🌳 Reforestation 💡 Sustainable agriculture The NWFE programme and National Climate Change Strategy 2050 aim to tackle the food–water–energy nexus, ensuring a more resilient and secure future for all.