Sustainable Development & Egypt's Infrastructure

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Which of the following best describes the core idea behind sustainable development as presented?

Exploiting all available resources for immediate economic benefit.
Focusing solely on environmental preservation, regardless of economic impact.
Prioritizing the needs of current generations without considering future impact.
Balancing current needs with the preservation of resources for future generations. (correct)

What is the primary goal of the 'Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure' sustainable development goal?

To focus solely on technological innovation, disregarding infrastructure improvements.
To develop resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation. (correct)
To limit industrial growth in favor of preserving natural resources.
To promote unsustainable industrial practices for rapid economic growth.

Egypt's focus on infrastructure development and construction since 2016 indicates a strategy to primarily achieve which of the following?

Decreasing urban growth by relocating populations to rural areas.
Serving as a key engine for urban growth to pursue financial stability. (correct)
Limiting economic reform to focus on environmental sustainability.
Prioritizing historical preservation over modern advancements.

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) aims to do all the following EXCEPT:

Relocate the Giza pyramids to a more accessible location. (A) Signup and view all the answers

The El-Daba'a Nuclear Power Plant is expected to significantly impact Egypt's power generation by:

Potentially accounting for up to 50% of Egypt's power generation capacity. (D) Signup and view all the answers

The Hurghada-Luxor High-speed Rail project aims to improve connectivity between which of the following?

Linking major tourist destinations and urban centers with speed rail. (C) Signup and view all the answers

The Tahya Masr Bridge is notable for:

Being recorded as the world's widest cable-stayed bridge and easing traffic in Cairo. (D) Signup and view all the answers

The October Oasis project planned by the Ministry of Housing primarily aims to:

Provide a mixed-income residential development with commercial and recreational facilities. (A) Signup and view all the answers

The Tahrir Petrochemical Complex is expected to significantly contribute to Egypt's economy by:

Becoming the largest petrochemical facility in the world and creating numerous jobs. (B) Signup and view all the answers

The New Administrative Capital is being developed for what main purpose?

To alleviate pressure on Cairo and become the new administrative and financial center of Egypt. (A) Signup and view all the answers

The Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque in the New Administrative Capital is notable for what reason?

Being the largest mosque in Egypt and the third largest in the Middle East. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of Egypt International Olympic City?

It is built as a sports complex with more than 22 sporting facilities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

The Iconic Tower in the New Administrative Capital is significant because:

It is already the tallest building in Africa with 77 floors, mostly for office use. (C) Signup and view all the answers

A primary vision of Egyptians for Healthcare Services (EHCS) relates to:

Promoting medical tourism and revolutionizing healthcare in the region. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Benban Solar Park's main contribution to Egypt's energy sector is:

Becoming one of the world's largest solar power plants, enhancing renewable energy production. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Egypt's Monorail project will contribute to:

Reducing traffic congestion and offering sustainable public transportation for 45,000 passengers per hour. (D) Signup and view all the answers

The primary purpose of establishing New Alamein City is to create:

A new center for tourism, education, and government, aiming to attract investment and development. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the design speed of the new railway line in the Hurghada-Luxor High-speed Rail project?

250 km/h (A) Signup and view all the answers

The El-Daba'a Nuclear Power Plant will comprise of which of the following?

Four pressurized water reactors (A) Signup and view all the answers

The Tahrir Petrochemical Complex's maximum annual production capacity will be around how many tons?

Four million tons (B) Signup and view all the answers

The New Administrative Capital is expected to house a population of how many people?

6.5 million (C) Signup and view all the answers

The Benban Solar Park has a total capacity of how many MW nominal power ?

1650 MW (D) Signup and view all the answers

The Iconic Tower has how many floors?

77 (A) Signup and view all the answers

The Tahya Masr Bridge has Pillars reaching how many meters?

100m (A) Signup and view all the answers

The Zaafarana win farm has an area of how many $km^2$?

120 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the total budget for the Hurghada-Luxor High-speed Rail?

US$8.7 billion (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the aread of Capital Medical City?

140 feddans (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Tahrir Petrochemical Complex located?

Suez (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Sustainable Development

Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

A museum near the Giza pyramids hosting over 100,000 artifacts from ancient Egyptian civilization.

El-Daba'a Nuclear Power Plant

A nuclear power plant being developed by ROSATOM, comprising four pressurized water reactors, expected to supply up to 50% of Egypt's power.

Hurghada-Luxor High-speed Rail

A railway project with 3 stages: AinSukhna to Marsa Matrouh, 6th October to Abu-Simbel, and Qena to Hurghada.