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Monitoring and Management Consultant
Under the Auspices of
H.E. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour
and Prof. Dr. Mostafa Refaat
H.E. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour
Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research
Prof. Dr. Mostafa Refaat
General Secretary of SCU
Welcome Notes
Universities are at the forefront of academic and scientific advancements, and their commitment to environmental stewardship is equally commendable. By investing in energy-efficient infrastructure and technologies, these institutions are not only reducing their carbon footprint, but also setting an inspiring example for future generations.
With the financial support provided by our esteemed banking partner and the government’s commitment to a cleaner and greener future, these projects are transforming the way universities operate. From upgrading lighting systems, implementing solar panels, to optimizing heating and cooling solutions, each endeavor plays a pivotal role in conserving resources and promoting a sustainable campus environment.
Our dedicated team of experts is working closely with the Supreme Council of Universities (SCU) and the participating Egyptian universities, leveraging their expertise to develop tailored strategies and implementation plans. We take pride in enabling institutions to achieve their energy efficiency goals, empowering them to save costs, enhance student experiences, and contribute to a more sustainable society.
We invite you to explore this webpage, where you will learn more about the inspiring success stories and innovative solutions resulting from our collaborations. Together, we are making a significant impact on energy consumption within universities, transforming them into beacons of sustainable development.
Welcome to the exciting world of energy efficiency projects in universities, driven by a strong partnership between a forward-thinking bank, the government, and our experienced consultancy.
Eng. Georgios Markogiannakis
Team Leader
Opening of Bids for Energy Audits/Engineering Services in the Egyptian Universities 3rd of March 2024
Kickoff meeting 9th of May 2022
Signing the Separate Agreement 22th of May 2023
EE Project Management meeting 30.05.2024
Group Photo MC premises
The Program
The program aims at supporting the implementation of energy efficiency (EE) measures in Egyptian public universities. Through installation of EE measures in Universities via a concerted program between them and the Supreme Council of Universities (SCU), savings in energy use shall be achieved in addition to raising awareness for EE in the educational sector.
Program Goals
Project Implementing Unit (PIU) and the Development Financing Partner
SCU and Management Consultant (MC) jointly constitute the Project Implementing Unit (PIU) in collaboration with the Development Financing Partner.
Supreme Council of Universities (SCU)
Professor Ghada Bassioni
Senior Project Manager – SCU
Professor Tarek Saad Abdel-Salam
Deputy Project Manager – SCU
April 2024
Ms. Mahrvan Marwan
Technical Follow up coordinator – SCU
March 2024 till now
Ms. Abeer El Shahawy
Technical follow up coordinator – SCU
September 2023 – February 2024
Eng. Ghada Ghaleb
Technical follow up coordinator – SCU
May 2020-August 2023
Financial and procurement follow up coordinators (SCU)
Mr. Hany Salem
Director of procurement and storages
Mrs. Hanaa Ebeid
Director of Contracting Department
Mr. Ali Rashdaan
Deputy Director of Inventory Control
Technical Committee Members
Prof. Dr. Salem Elkhodary
Technical Committee member
Prof. Dr. Mohamed Moemen Afify
Technical Committee member
Prof. Dr. Yasser Mansour
Technical Committee member
Development Financing Partner
Baroness Claudia
von Fersen
Principal Portfolio Manager, Energy North Africa – KfW Frankfurt
Rawya
ElShazly
Senior Projects Coordinator, Energy SectorK – KfW Cairo
Eng. Mohamed
Hosny
Technical advisor – KfW Frankfurt Office
Management Consultant
A Consortium led by GOPA Infra GmbH, Germany, provides technical assistance to support the Supreme Council of Universities (SCU) Egypt on Implementation of the program. Contract period of the Management Consultant (MC) is 30.03.2022 to 29.03.2026.
The Senior Members of the Management Consultant team are leading the team of international and local experts:
Georgios
Markogiannakis
Teamleader
GOPA-Infra GmbH
M.Sc., Energy and the Built Environment
- Over 30 years’ experience in developing Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy projects and Climate Adaption projects.
- Project manager on various types of International, National and Private funded projects and as a developer and contractor of building, industrial refrigeration and energy projects.
- Energy policy and planning on Regional, National and International level.
- ESCO projects and optimization of energy use, energy management, and implementation of new energy technologies in the building and the industrial sector.
- Certified Energy Auditor and ISO 50001 consultant, EUREM (European Energy Manager) trainer.
Prof. Dr. Hany
ElGhazali
Deputy Teamleader
GOPA-Infra GmbH
PhD in Electrical Engineering
- Over 36 years’ experience in developing Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy Sustainable Energy projects and Climate Adaption projects
- Managing Director of Energy Research Center and Team leader for the center on renewable energy projects, implementation of 5 solar PV projects and 3 solar-water-heaters’ projects
- Conducted more than 150 energy audits
- In charge of Procurement Control, Risk Management and Risk Analysis for the Industrial Modernization Centre
- Established a complete suppliers’ database for suppliers of goods, services and technical assistance including a framework of 15 Energy Audits and Energy Efficiency Consulting Companies
Program Activities
Stakeholders and Governance Structure
Project Implementing Unit (PIU)
“the Decision Maker”:
- To consist of SCU and Consultant
- Executive power
- To be responsible for project implementation, among others:
- Manage the selection process of participating public universities
- Procure and supervise initial and final auditing (through EE auditors)
- Provide guidance to the universities and capacity building for Energy Managers
- Evaluate proposals for measures proposed for implementation
- Support the universities in their procurement
- Supervision of works, quality control of results, environmental management
- Project monitoring and reporting
Project Steering Committee
“The Advisor”:
- To consist of SCU / Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) / Ministry of Finance (MoF) / Ministry of
- International Cooperation (MoIC) / Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy (MoERE)
- To promote the EE topic in Egypt
- Project SCU will report regularly to Project Steering Committee
Universities
“The Beneficiaries”:
- Providing energy managers
- Provide basic data
- Develop the preliminary and final project concepts
- Participate in the call for projects, signing the agreement with SCU
- Implement procurement of works and equipment
- Take responsibility for operation and maintenance
- Auditing and engineering consultants Carry out EE-audits, design and planning of the EE measures, supervise supply and works contractors.
- Contractors for supply of EE equipment and execution of works. Conduct training on equipment operation and maintenance to technical staff of the universities.