Excellence in Solid Waste Management

Established in 2018 at the Faculty of Engineering, Ain Shams University, the Egypt Solid Waste Management Center of Excellence (ESWMCE) is a specialized center dedicated to advancing solid waste management through research, engineering consultancy, accredited laboratory services, and professional training. The Center provides technical expertise and integrated solutions to support government institutions, industry, and other stakeholders in developing efficient, sustainable, and practical waste management systems.

Director Message

Prof. Dr. Sherien Elagroudy

Director of ESWMCE
"Join us on this vital journey."

“At ESWMCE, we see opportunity where others see waste. From our home at Ain Shams University, we transform discarded resources into pioneering solutions for energy, healthcare, and food engineering the alchemy of a sustainable future.”

Welcome to the Egypt Solid Waste Management Center of Excellence (ESWMCE), where we see challenges not as obstacles, but as opportunities for innovation. At the heart of Ain Shams University’s esteemed Faculty of Engineering, we are not just managing waste; we are pioneering a sustainable future for Egypt and the world.

Our mission is to transform complex environmental problems into powerful solutions. This is made possible by our greatest asset: our people. We have cultivated an interdisciplinary powerhouse of brilliant consultants, dedicated researchers, and skilled technicians who unite their expertise in our state-of-the-art labs and in the field.

Together, we are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, driving excellence and entrepreneurship to create impactful change in critical sectors like healthcare, energy, and food. We are more than a research center; we are an engine for a cleaner, healthier, and more resourceful world.

Join us on this vital journey.

A National Hub for Sustainable Waste Management

ESWMCE connects scientific research with real-world implementation. Through multidisciplinary expertise, advanced infrastructure, and specialized laboratories, the Center provides evidence-based solutions for government entities, industry partners, international organizations, and service providers.

Applied Research & Innovation

Engineering Consultancy

Accredited Laboratory Testing

Waste Facility Planning

Circular Economy Solutions

Training & Capacity Building

Vision & Mission

Vision

To be a leading hub of innovation and expertise in waste management and environmental engineering, advancing research, education, and sustainable solutions across the Middle East and Africa.

Mission

To deliver innovative, science-based waste management and circular economy solutions that address environmental challenges, protect public health, strengthen economies, and advance sustainable development.

Core Values

Excellence

Setting the highest standards in all we do.

Sustainability

Driving environmental stewardship and resource circularity.

Innovation

Pioneering new solutions for complex challenges.

Integrity

Operating with unwavering transparency and credibility.

Collaboration

Partnering for greater impact and shared success.

Impact

Delivering measurable, positive change for society and the environment.

Partners & Clients

Collaborating Entities (Funding Agencies)

Academic & Research Institutions

Government & Public Sector

Industry Leaders & Private Sector Clients

Board of Directors & Executive Team

Board of Directors

Prof. Dr. Amr Shaat

Dean of the Faculty of Engineering Chairman of Board of Directors

Prof. Dr. Marwa Aboelfetouh

Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research

Prof. Dr. Akram Abdellatif

Vice Dean for Environmental Affairs and Community Service

Prof. Dr. Tariq Ismael Sabry

Head of Public Works Department

Prof. Dr. Ghada Farouk

vice president for community service and environmental development

Eng. Sherif Abdel-Rahim

Head of Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency (EEAA)

Prof. Dr. Sherien Elagroudy

Director, Egypt Solid Waste Management Center of Excellence

Executive Team

Awards & Recognition

Our commitment to excellence and sustainability has been recognized on national and global stages.

  • National Initiative for Smart Green Projects

First Place 2023

ESWMCE was awarded First Place at the national level in Egypt in the Non-Profit Initiatives category of the National Initiative for Smart Green Projects, held under the patronage of H.E. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.

  • Africa Grows Green Award

Gold Winner 2024

ESWMCE was awarded the Gold Award at the 3rd Africa Grows Green Awards in the Research and Education category and was honored in the presence of H.E. Dr. Yasmine Fouad, Minister of Environment, during the COP29 Climate Conference.

ISO Certifications

As part of the Faculty of Engineering, Ain Shams University, ESWMCE operates under the Faculty’s applicable ISO-certified quality and management framework, ensuring adherence to recognized international standards.

Quality & Educational Management

  • ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems
  • ISO 21001:2018 Educational Organizations Management

Environmental, Energy & Safety

  • ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management
  • ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management
  • ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety

Governance, Risk & Compliance

  • ISO 37000:2021 Governance of Organizations
  • ISO 37301:2021 Compliance Management
  • ISO 31000:2018 Risk Management

Information technology & Business

  • ISO 27001:2022 Information Security
  • ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 IT Service Management
  • ISO 22301:2019 Business Continuity Management

Specialized Management Systems

  • ISO 56002:2019 Innovation Management
  • ISO 41001:2018 Facility Management
  • ISO 30401:2018 Knowledge Management
  • ISO 44001:2017 Collaborative Business Relationship
  • ISO 30408:2016 Human Governance

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