The Green Climate Fund (GCF), a UN initiative, channels billions to combat climate change. For Egypt’s farmers—battling droughts and heatwaves—this funding could transform agriculture.
Climate Risks to Farming
Wheat yields could drop 15–20% by 2050 due to rising temperatures (IPCC AR6, 2023). Egypt spends $5.3 billion annually importing wheat (FAO, 2023).
GCF-Funded Projects
A $150 million GCF project provides drought-resistant seeds and smart irrigation to 200,000 smallholder farmers (GCF, 2023).
Solar Irrigation Success in Aswan
Solar-powered systems reduced water use by 40% and raised incomes by 25% (Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture, 2021).
Barriers to Access
Only 5% of rural Egyptians participate in climate finance programs due to bureaucratic hurdles (World Bank, 2022).
Expert Quote:
“Climate finance isn’t just money—it’s survival. Without it, our farms will turn to dust.”
— Ahmed Mansour, Farmer, Aswan Governorate
