27/09/2009
Al-Ahram Newspaper 2009/SEPTEMBER/27
The file discusses the need to work toward green energy, and the initiatives that have been undertaken by various countries in this regard, working towards a greener globe. (Available in Arabic – German in PDF )
The file discusses the need to work toward green energy, and the initiatives that have been undertaken by various countries in this regard, working towards a greener globe. It points to the processes being carried out in Egypt to encourage green growth, including European watchdogs that monitor the environment in Egyptian factories. It also highlight the success stories from around the world, including Germany’s initiative to place solar panels on individual rooftops and use these to generate power, and Doha Bank’s elimination on paper consumption by increasing electronic statements and banking services, and use of PVC plastic credit cards. Engineer Nader Riad, chairman of the German-Egyptian Business Council, commented on the advantageous position that Egypt is in to work towards a greener environment.