WHAT WE DO
The field of nature conservation is very wide and the possibilities for conservation are endless. In light of this, NCE’s projects and activities fall under a number of programmes that encompass our priorities for nature conservation in Egypt today.
Egyptian Vulture
Securing the Egyptian Vulture Flyway Introduction The Egyptian vulture is one of few emblematic species of major cultural value in the world. It lived close to mankind from the
Wadi Degla Virtual Museum
Wadi Degla Virtual Museum Museums are often thought of as physical spaces that can only be visited at specific times. In the twentieth century, museums integrated technology to cope with the
Migratory Soaring Birds Project
Migratory Soaring Birds Project (MSB Project) Background:The Red Sea/Rift valley hosts the migration of over 2 million birds through the region, with Soaring Birds in huge flocks numbering tens of thousands migrating from wintering
Reducing Illegal Bird Killing Along Egypt’s Mediterranean Coast
Reducing Illegal Bird Killing Along Egypt's Mediterranean Coast Background: Egypt is located on the southern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, and thus situated on internationally important migration
Egyptian Vulture
Securing the Egyptian Vulture Flyway Introduction The Egyptian vulture is one of few emblematic species of major cultural value in the world. It lived close to mankind from the
Education & Outreach
Education & Outreach In an attempt to bring people closer to nature and nature closer to people, NCE is exploring a number of approaches to education and awareness for Egypt's natural heritage.
Renewable Energy & Biodiversity
Renewable Energy & Biodiversity The renewable energy sector is one of the fastest growing industries, aiming to reduce dependency on fossil fuels to combat climate change and ensure sustainable development. However, when planning
Responsible Tourism
Responsible Tourism Tourism is one of the most important sources of income for Egypt. Since the 1980's, Egypt's tourism development policies aimed for maximum growth of infrastructure and services to accommodate as
Marine Conservation
Marine Conservation Egypt is blessed with coastlines on both the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, both of which are rich in biodiversity and support human and non-human ecosystems. With Egypt's increased
Responsible Hunting
Responsible Hunting Programme For many Egyptians, hunting wild animals remains an important part of their livelihoods. While Egyptians have been hunting for thousands of years, the drastic increase in population and advances