Summary of "Interview with Amb Hisham Badr 4 11 2025"

Interview with Ambassador Hisham Badr on the Smart Green Initiative

The interview with Ambassador Hisham Badr, General Coordinator of the Smart Green Initiative, focuses on Egypt’s efforts to promote sustainable economic development through green innovation.

Overview of the Smart Green Initiative

Ambassador Badr highlights the success of the Smart Green Initiative, which was launched under presidential and prime ministerial directives and is supervised by the Minister of Economic Development, Planning, and International Cooperation. Since COP27, the initiative has completed three rounds and attracted nearly 18,000 projects. These projects focus on practical, on-the-ground solutions that reduce emissions through renewable energy and smart technology applications.

Goals and Approach

The initiative aims to move beyond rhetoric by providing a platform for Egyptians to submit real projects, ranging from pilot stages to full implementations, that contribute to a green economy. Key aspects include:

Capacity building and education
Involvement of governance bodies, ministries, and schools to raise awareness
Connecting innovators with financial incentives, international organizations, and donors

Successful projects are evaluated by expert panels and given opportunities to showcase their innovations at international forums such as COP.

Vision and Impact

Ambassador Badr emphasizes the transformation of the climate challenge into an economic opportunity. He highlights a mindset shift among Egyptians regarding the importance of the green economy. Additionally, he notes Egypt’s long history of innovation and frames the initiative as a continuation of this legacy, focusing on smart, green, and future-oriented solutions.