National Water Research Center (NWRC)
The National Water Research Center is Egypt’s leading governmental research institution dedicated to water resources management and development. It operates under the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation and comprises a group of specialized research institutes covering various aspects of water science.
The Center plays a pivotal role in:
Supporting national water policies and decision-making
Conducting applied research on water resources, irrigation, and drainage
Addressing challenges related to water scarcity, climate change, and sustainable development
Providing technical consultations and innovative solutions to enhance water efficiency and security
Environment and Climate Changes Research Institute (ECRI)
The Environment and Climate Changes Research Institute is one of the scientific institutes affiliated with the National Water Research Center. The institute focuses on studying the environmental impacts of climate change, particularly on water resources.
ECRI contributes to:
Assessing climate change impacts on water systems, ecosystems, and coastal zones
Developing climate models and future projections
Supporting evidence-based decision-making in environmental and water sectors
Proposing sustainable and innovative adaptation and mitigation strategies
The institute plays a key role in bridging scientific research with practical applications to address climate challenges and promote sustainable water and environmental management at both national and regional levels.
Climate Change
Water Resources Management
Environmental Sustainability
Climate Adaptation
Climate Resilience
Hydrological Modeling
Climate Projections
Remote Sensing
GIS
Coastal Zone Management
Sea Level Rise
Water Quality
Nature-Based Solutions
Decision Support Systems
Early Warning Systems
Digital Water Management
Risk Assessment
Water Governance
Sustainable Development
Water-Energy-Food Nexus
Proposed Collaboration between PRIMA and the National Water Research Center / Environment and Climate Changes Research Institute
The Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area, in collaboration with the National Water Research Center and its affiliated Environment and Climate Changes Research Institute, seeks to establish a strategic partnership aimed at addressing critical challenges related to water scarcity, climate change, and environmental sustainability in the Mediterranean region.
This collaboration will leverage the scientific expertise, advanced research infrastructure, and regional experience of the involved institutions to co-develop innovative, scalable, and sustainable solutions aligned with PRIMA’s thematic priorities.