Environmental law

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Environmental law

Youssry Saleh & Partners is currently serving several clients in the field of Environmental Law ‎providing consultancy on law provisions related to natural resources and their exploitation

Overview

Specialized team of environmental attorneys in Egypt ‎navigate the client through provisions of Environmental Law No. 4 of 1994 as well as Law No. 9 of the year 2009. Our vast experience ‎and connections allow us to resolve clients’ matters with the Egyptian Environmental Affairs ‎Agency (EEAA) in an efficient and effective manner. Deep knowledge of general policies, ‎decrees and regulations applicable to the protection and promotion of the environment, ‎reviews and assessments allows Youssry Saleh Law Firm in Egypt to assist clients throughout approval ‎process for their proposed projects, obtain licenses and resolve matters evolving in the course ‎of their business activity.

Specialized attorneys in Egypt deal with matters related to hazardous waste and materials, air pollution, marine environment, license and approval obtainment. In ‎addition to the focus on the Egyptian Law provisions, internationally trained attorneys hold ‎expertise in The Environmental Modification Convention, The African Convention on the ‎Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, The Vienna Convention for the Protection of the ‎Ozone Layer, The Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, The Barcelona ‎Convention for the Protection of the Mediterranean Sea Against Pollution; The Brussels Convention ‎on Civil Liability for Oil Pollution Damage, The Moscow Treaty for Nuclear Weapon Tests in the ‎Atmosphere which Egypt is a signatory to.

Our Environmental law Services in Egypt

Furthermore, in order to provide our clients with the integrated procedure and process that combines legal and technical expertise, Youssry Saleh Law Firm has partnered with a certified entity in the field of environment, established in 2010 with the aspiration to create a better engineered industrial working environment. With more than 50 years collective experience in the engineering and environmental consulting business which is designed to offer clients qualified engineering solutions

Areas of Expertise:

  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Studies
  • Compliance Action Plans (CAP)
  • Site Characterization
  • Solid Waste Management
  • Remediation of Contaminated Sites
  • Pollution Control Systems Design and Technical Specifications
  • Environmental Management Plans
  • Integrated Sustainable Solutions:
  • Project Management
  • Feasibility Studies and Concept selection
  • Energy Management Services
  • Energy conservation plans
  • Energy audits & performance monitoring
  • Buildings energy management systems

Environmental Services

  • Solid Waste Management
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
  • Environmental audits
  • Compliance Action Plans (CAP)
  • Remediation services
  • Clean development mechanism services
  • Environmental Management System (EMS)

Engineering Services

  • Engineering supervision of projects installation
  • HSE Studies (Process Safety Review, HAZID, HAZOP) Studies
  • Process, Instrumentation and Electrical Studies
  • Technical specifications assessment & benchmarking
  • Independent technical evaluations & audits simulation
  • Systems Installation verification & commissioning supervision
  • Green Buildings
  • Waste Reduction and Management
  • Alternative Energy Solutions
  • HSE Competence Development and Training

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an environmental lawyer in Egypt do for a company?

An environmental lawyer in Egypt helps businesses understand legal obligations, obtain required approvals, deal with regulators, review environmental risks, and address compliance issues linked to projects or operations.

Do foreign investors need environmental legal advice in Egypt?

In many cases, yes. Foreign investors in Egypt often need environmental legal support when launching projects, acquiring industrial assets, seeking licenses, or operating in regulated sectors.

Is an Environmental Impact Assessment required in Egypt?

Depending on the type, scale, and location of the project, an Environmental Impact Assessment may be required as part of the approval process. This usually depends on the nature of the activity and the relevant authority’s requirements.

What environmental issues commonly affect businesses in Egypt?

Common issues include licensing, emissions, industrial waste, hazardous materials, site contamination, environmental audits, project approvals, and ongoing compliance with applicable environmental regulations.

Can environmental issues delay a project in Egypt?

They can. In practice, delays often arise when approvals, technical assessments, or compliance documents are incomplete or not aligned with the authority’s expectations.

Does environmental law in Egypt apply only to factories and heavy industry?

No. While industrial businesses are often more exposed, environmental law in Egypt may also affect construction, energy, infrastructure, hospitality, transport, logistics, and real estate projects.