7 - Targeted Strategic Initiatives 7.6.1 Primary Programs of the Green ICT Initiative First: ICT Sector Sustainable Management and Development Program This program aims to reduce the negative environmental impact of ICTs resulting from energy consumption and e-waste through two main tracks: sustainable ICT procurement and sustainable e-waste management. Primary Objectives: Raising public awareness of the importance of sustainable e-waste management Building human capacity in sustainable ICT procurement and e-waste management Supporting sustainable environment-friendly development of the ICT sector Second: ICTs for Sustainable Development Across all Sectors Program This program aims at applying green ICT solutions to limit greenhouse gas emissions produced by other sectors and supporting environment-friendly sustainable economic development, particularly in the energy, transport and housing sectors. Primary objectives: Supporting environment-friendly sustainable national development Contributing to efforts to reduce the causes and minimize the impact of climate change Accelerating economic growth by promoting investment in green ICT Creating new industries and job opportunities in the field of e-waste recycling Table 7.6.1: ICT Sector Sustainable Management and Development Program 82 83 Activities Organization of workshops, seminars, conferences, etc. on green ICT and e-waste management Green ICT and e-Waste Management Awareness Program Preparation of printed materials promoting green ICT and e-waste management Establishment of a web portal about green ICT Promotion of collective efforts to protect the environment via online social networks Introduction of regulations concerning green ICT procurement e-Waste Management Policy and Legislation Development Program Human Capacity Building in Sustainable ICT Procurement and e-Waste Management Program Sustainable e-Waste Management Investment Promotion Program Amendment of legislation to support sustainable e-waste management in cooperation with the Ministry of Trade and Industry Establishment of an accreditation system for companies working in the field of recycling in cooperation with the Ministry of Trade and Industry Preparation of training courses and diploma programs in sustainable ICT procurement and e-waste management Assessment of current e-waste management practices in Egypt Preparation of a proposal to implement an e-waste take-back system Programs Output No. of workshops, seminars, conferences, etc. No. of printed materials Web portal Policies Laws Accreditation system for recycling companies Training courses Diploma programs No. of trainees Analysis of current e-waste management practices in Egypt Proposal for an e-waste take-back system Report on economic incentives relating to e-waste management Table 7.6.2: ICTs for Sustainable Development Across All Sectors Program Table 7.6.1: ICT Sector Sustainable Management and Development Program Programs Table 7.6.2: ICTs for Sustainable Development Across All Sectors Program Activities Output Maadi Call Center LEED Certification Program Modification of Maadi Call Center Building MB4 to meet the requirements for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the US Green Building Council (USGBC) in coordination with the project consultant LEED certification of Maadi Call Center MCIT Lighting System Enhancement Program Installation of energy-saving lighting systems at MCIT premises in Smart Village and Mohandessin Reduced use of energy Intelligent Transport System Pilot Project Establishment of a smart road management system Improvement of transport and traffic management Reduced use of energy and resources Lower operating costs Lower operating costs Environment-friendly intelligent transport system Improved traffic flow Reduced use of energy Reduced emissions of greenhouse gases Climate Change Adaptation through ICTs Handbook Program Implementation of an international survey to identify best practices in the field of climate change adaptation using ICTs MCIT Carbon Footprint Assessment Program Review of carbon footprint measurement systems and selection of the most appropriate Preparation of a handbook on climate change adaptation through ICTs Selection of company to perform the carbon footprint assessment International survey of best practices in climate change adaptation through ICTs Handbook on the best ICT practices in climate change adaptation Periodic measuring of MCIT’s carbon footprint as a pilot project for wider application