Egypt secures $486m to implement 17 Projects supporting food security – Egypt Egypt’s Ministry of International Cooperation has reported that the ongoing funding by multilateral and bilateral development partners amounting to $486m has been channelled into 17 projects. These projects are in 22 locations nationwide, and aim to support Egypt’s strategy in pushing towards achieving Goal 2 of the United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) to enhance food security. According to the ministry’s ODA-SDG map, the development financing available to implement the second SDG encompasses $112m of non-refundable grants, and $374m of secured funding from 11 development partners. Egypt secures $486m to implement 17 Projects supporting food security – EgyptDME GmbH2021-07-11T13:13:30+02:00
Filinvest utility arm lands 25-year Metro Cebu water supply deal – Philippines Gotianun-led Filinvest Development Corp.’s FDC Utilities Inc. (FDCUI) secured a 25-year bulk water supply deal with the Metro Cebu Water District (MCWD). In a statement, FDCUI said its wholly-owned subsidiary, FDC Water Utilities Inc., was given a notice of award by the MCWD for its unsolicited proposal to put up desalination plants to supply potable water to Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, and Talisay City. FDCUI added that FDC Water Utilities obtained the deal following its success in the competitive challenge process as prescribed by the 2013 National Economic and […] Filinvest utility arm lands 25-year Metro Cebu water supply deal – PhilippinesDME GmbH2021-07-10T15:07:37+02:00
Bill aims to help turn recycled wastewater into high-quality drinking water – California Declining Sierra snowfall and continuing drought conditions have some people looking at recycling wastewater as a stable source of supplies in the future. Many Bay Area districts are already tapping into lower-quality recycled water for outdoor use. Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Vice-Chair Gary Kremen says it’s about 5% of their supply. „Most of our recycled water today is used for outdoor irrigation and some slight amount is used for cooling towers,“ said Kremen. (LINK). Bill aims to help turn recycled wastewater into high-quality drinking water – CaliforniaDME GmbH2021-07-09T11:22:15+02:00
DEWA unveils stunning set of efficiency numbers for its Jebel Ali complex – United Arab Emirates DEWA announced increasing its electricity production capacity up to 12,900 megawatts (MW) and desalinated water to 490 MIGD, showing how it is meeting the soaring demands of a growing city with foresight and careful planning. This reflected a continuation in the company’s efforts to develop its infrastructure to keep pace with the growing demand for electricity and water and provide its services according to the highest standards of availability, reliability, efficiency, and quality for over a million customers in the emirates of Dubai. The Jebel Ali Power and Desalination […] DEWA unveils stunning set of efficiency numbers for its Jebel Ali complex – United Arab EmiratesDME GmbH2021-07-08T15:09:49+02:00
Gwadar all set for new journey after PM’s visit – Pakistan Gwadar is set for a new journey after Imran Khan’s successful visit, Gwadar Pro reported on Tuesday. As promising changes are taking place in the booming area of Gwadar, Imran Khan reviewed progress on various development projects and witnessed the signing of memoranda of understanding (MoUs). During the one-day visit, the Prime Minister performed the groundbreaking of the Gwadar Free Zone Phase Two and launched many projects such as Gwadar Fertiliser Plant, Gwadar Animal Vaccine Plant, Henan Agricultural Industrial Park, Hengmei Lubricants Plant, and Gwadar Expo Centre. The […] Gwadar all set for new journey after PM’s visit – PakistanDME GmbH2021-07-07T16:50:12+02:00
Dewa steps up power, desal capacity at Jebel Ali – United Arab Emirates Dewa recently announced increasing its electricity production capacity up to 12,900 megawatts (MW) and 490 MIGD of desalinated water. Dewa’s Jebel Ali Power and Desalination Complex is one of the key pillars to provide Dubai with high-quality, efficient and reliable electricity and water services. The Complex has been confirmed by Guinness World Records as the largest single-site natural gas power generation facility in the world at a capacity of 9,547 MW. Dewa steps up power, desal capacity at Jebel Ali – United Arab EmiratesDME GmbH2021-07-06T18:02:40+02:00
PM Imran launches various mega projects in Gwadar, says govt focusing on ’neglected areas‘ – Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday performed the groundbreaking of phase two of the Gwadar Free Zone (GFZ) and launched a number of other development and infrastructure projects including an expo centre, agriculture industrial park and three factories. During a single-day visit to Gwadar, the premier also inaugurated phase one of the GFZ, reviewed the progress on various development projects, and witnessed the signing of a number of memorandums of understanding (MoUs). He was given a detailed briefing on the progress of the south Balochistan development package in line […] PM Imran launches various mega projects in Gwadar, says govt focusing on ’neglected areas‘ – PakistanDME GmbH2021-07-06T06:19:19+02:00
This company is making water from sunlight air in Dubai – United Arab Emirates Water scarcity has continued to be one of the biggest problems for people living in Dubai and other middle east countries due to its geographical location. Such countries have adopted various measures like mineralising rivers, desalinating oceans, drilling into the ground to overcome the water crisis. However, with overpopulation and climate change, innovators have been on the lookout for a new solution. (LINK). This company is making water from sunlight air in Dubai – United Arab EmiratesDME GmbH2021-07-04T14:02:40+02:00
IDE Water Technologies Signs Agreement with MCGM to Develop Project for Seawater Desalination Plant – Mumbai DE Water Technologies, a global leading provider of seawater desalination plants, announced an agreement with the MCGM for preparation of a Detailed Project Report for a 200 MLD seawater desalination plant after which bidding for the project development and operation on Swiss Challenge method will be taken up by MCGM with IDE having right of first refusal. he project will serve Mumbai’s municipal needs and increase the Mumbai metropolitan’s drinking water supply. With over 14 million citizens, Mumbai is India’s most populated city and is one of the largest […] IDE Water Technologies Signs Agreement with MCGM to Develop Project for Seawater Desalination Plant – MumbaiDME GmbH2021-07-03T14:22:48+02:00
Saudi CMA Approves ACWA Power IPO – Saudi Arabia The Saudi CMA approved the request of the International Company for Water and Power Projects (ACWA POWER) application for public offering of 81.2 million shares, representing 11.1 percent of its share capital. The Company’s prospectus will be published within sufficient time prior to the start of the subscription period. The investment value of the company’s portfolio exceeds $66.1 billion, producing 42 gigawatts (GW) of electricity and 6.4 million cubic meters of desalinated water per day, provided as a huge production that meets the needs of state utilities, and according […] Saudi CMA Approves ACWA Power IPO – Saudi ArabiaDME GmbH2021-07-02T06:56:29+02:00