Grand Egyptian Museum Earns Carbon Emissions Accreditation

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) has secured official accreditation for its greenhouse gas emissions report, granted by the General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC) in cooperation with the Egyptian Accreditation Council (EGAC). The GEOET and EGAC considered the emissions report’s coverage of the museum’s environmental footprint and its alignment with international standards. The certification is intended to reinforce GEM’s positioning not only as a cultural institution, but also as a leader in environmental stewardship. This development follows GEM’s earlier recognition as the first museum in Africa and the Middle East to receive the EDGE Advance green building certification, issued by the International Finance Corporation. That recognition reflects GEM’s resource-efficient design and construction, including energy savings, reduced water use, and a lower carbon footprint. The museum is scheduled to officially open on November 1st, 2025, showcasing Egypt’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts - including the Tutankhamun collection, monumental colossi, and the Khufu boats exhibition.