30/6/2026
In the framework of the pioneering societal role of Kafrelsheikh University and its commitment to employing its scientific and research capabilities to serve the community and achieve sustainable development, the university continues its efforts to operate the Environmental Monitoring Station. This station is one of the advanced scientific initiatives for monitoring air quality and environmental indicators around the clock, contributing to the protection of the environment and citizens’ health in Kafrelsheikh Governorate and the region, while providing decision-makers with accurate and reliable scientific data.
Prof. Yahya Zakaria Eid affirms that the university operates according to a strategic vision aimed at strengthening its role as an educational and research institution that serves society. He points out that the Environmental Monitoring Station represents an important scientific addition that reflects the university’s interest in applying the latest technologies in the field of environmental monitoring, supporting the Egyptian state’s efforts to preserve the environment and improve the quality of life for citizens.
The President adds that the station measures and monitors air quality indicators in real time and around the clock. This provides a database of accurate scientific data that can be relied upon in preparing environmental studies, supporting sustainable development plans, and contributing to the rapid adoption of sound environmental decisions. He confirms that the university continues to develop its research and technological infrastructure in line with the political leadership’s vision for building the New Republic and achieving the targets of Egypt Vision 2030.
Prof. Yahya Zakaria Eid explains that the monitoring results confirm the success of the efforts of the governorate and the university in maintaining environmental quality. The 2024 indicators showed that ground-level ozone (O?) and sulfur dioxide (SO?) levels matched the legal limits by 100%, while the fine particulate matter (PM?.?) compliance rate reached 97%. This reflects the air quality in Kafr El-Sheikh Governorate and confirms the importance of continuing environmental monitoring and follow-up on an ongoing basis.
For her part, Prof. Amany Shaker, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, affirms that the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector pays great attention to activating the role of the Environmental Monitoring Station in serving society. This is achieved through continuous monitoring of air quality, tracking any environmental changes that may affect citizens’ health, and achieving the highest levels of environmental protection.
She adds that the station contributes to supporting environmental initiatives and spreading community awareness about the importance of preserving the environment, in addition to providing accurate scientific information that helps executive bodies and decision-makers in developing appropriate environmental plans and enhancing rapid response to any abnormal indicators that may be detected.
The Vice President explains that the data issued by the station represents a reliable scientific source for researchers and contributes to the implementation of many environmental research and studies. It also supports the university’s efforts to achieve sustainable development goals, build more sustainable cities, improve quality of life, and strengthen the partnership between the university and the community on various environmental issues.
