Egypt’s ambitious “New Administrative Capital” outside Cairo is setting new standards with plans to power the Forbes International Tower, a 43-floor office building, with clean hydrogen and solar panels. Designed by Gordon Gill, known for iconic structures worldwide, the skyscraper aims for a net-zero carbon footprint, pioneering sustainable architecture.
By utilizing 75% hydrogen and 25% photovoltaics, the tower seeks independence from traditional power grids, reducing its carbon footprint during construction significantly. Additionally, the building will implement water recycling to mitigate freshwater demand in the region.
Magnom Properties, the developer, aims to achieve a “net-negative carbon vision” and secure a Zero Carbon Certificate. The tower reflects a global trend towards sustainable architecture, joining projects like Foster + Partner’s Z6 tower and Curzon Wharf in England.
Hydrogen, a clean energy source, is a key feature in the tower’s sustainability plans, aligning with global efforts to reduce emissions. Stay tuned as Magnom Properties explores LOHC technology for efficient power generation in this groundbreaking project.