NATIONAL WATER RESEARCH CENTER (NWRC)

Background:

The National Water Research Center (NWRC) is a pioneer institution for various water research activities in Egypt. It was established in 1975 as a research entity within the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI). Under the umbrella of NWRC, twelve research institutes exert concerted efforts to implement a comprehensive research plan serving on-going projects and national development plans in general.



OBJECTIVES OF NWRC

  • Study, outline and propose long-term policies for managing water resources in Egypt.
  • Solve the technical and applied problems associated with general policies for irrigation, drainage and water resources.
  • Carry out investigations and research work connected with the extension of agricultural lands.
  • Find the means for utilizing the water resources of the country in the most efficient and cost-effective way.
  • Propose measures for environmentally sound development of the irrigation and drainage systems.



ROLE AND MAJOR ACTIVITIES OF NWRC

NWRC plays not only a national role, but also an international one. On the local scale, the Center - from its inception - has worked to strengthen the research programs of its research institutes. This has been possible by creating linkages with relevant Egyptian Universities and other research centers such as the Agricultural Research Center, the National Research Center and the Egyptian Academy of Scientific Research and Technology. Further assistance has been offered to the institutes by helping them raise funds from internal and external sources to implement their programs. Other specific assistance is summarized as follows:
  • Preparing draft legislation and decrees related to the fulfillment of its objectives
  • Planning and evaluating research programs.
  • Strengthening and upgrading staff capabilities.
  • Providing proper space and facilities.
  • Organizing seminars, workshops and conferences.
  • Publishing research results nationally and internationally.