Egypt's ambitious “New Administrative Capital” near Cairo is driving forward-thinking innovations, including plans for a skyscraper powered by hydrogen. The 240-meter Forbes International Tower, set to rise close to Africa’s tallest structure, will operate on a combination of 75% hydrogen and 25% solar energy, creating a net-zero carbon footprint. Designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, the eco-conscious building aims to be the world’s first skyscraper to earn a Zero Carbon Certificate.
Egypt is building a new city, known as the "New Administrative Capital," 30 miles east of Cairo
Magnom Properties, the developer, plans to use low-carbon materials to reduce construction emissions by 58%. The project, supported by Schneider Electric and H2 Enterprises, will explore Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers (LOHC) technology to stabilize and transport hydrogen, underscoring the potential for sustainable energy use at scale in urban environments.
The new administrative city, started in 2016, spans 270 square miles and, when complete, could house 6.5 million residents.
