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Grand Egyptian Museum recognized as MENA’s first green museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum is valued at $1 billion, considered the world’s largest archaeological museum complex.
Egypt has announced that the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) has received the EDGE Advanced Green Building Certification for 2024, becoming the first museum in Africa and the Middle East, and among only a few worldwide, to earn this distinction.
According to a Cabinet statement, the certification supports Egypt’s efforts to advance sustainable development under Vision 2030, focusing on reducing carbon emissions, conserving energy and water, and integrating modern technology into public facilities.
Officials said the recognition underscores the country’s commitment to creating a cultural landmark that preserves human heritage while embracing innovative sustainability practices, further strengthening Egypt’s global tourism and cultural hub position.
The museum’s sustainability plan includes systems for monitoring and detecting leaks, reducing heat emissions, and generating renewable energy through rooftop solar panels installed over parking areas.
GEM has also earned eight ISO certifications in energy management, environmental management, quality assurance, and occupational health and safety.
Valued at $1 billion, the Grand Egyptian Museum is the world’s largest archaeological museum complex.
Located near the Giza Pyramids Plateau, it is set to open on Saturday. It will span more than 490,000 square meters and showcase over 100,000 artefacts spanning 5,000 years of Egyptian history, including the complete collection of King Tutankhamun’s treasures, displayed together for the first time.
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