Cairo: Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy inaugurated a solar power station at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), marking a significant step toward transforming it into a global green museum, as part of efforts to promote clean energy and reduce carbon emissions.According to State Information Service Egypt, the minister emphasized the importance of the museum's eco-friendly initiatives and highlighted the collaboration between Egypt, Japan, and the United Nations Development Program in bringing the project to fruition. The minister also mentioned that six other museums are currently powered by renewable energy, with plans to expand this initiative to more museums. Additionally, he noted that half of the country's hotels have adopted sound environmental policies.Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum Authority, stated that the solar power station represents a strategic shift by the state to balance cultural heritage preservation with energy conservation. He described the project as a m odel of sustainability, backed by local and international cooperation. The solar panels have been installed on the museum's side fences, and building-integrated photovoltaic technology has been implemented at the Khufu Boats building.Ghoneim explained that the new solar power station provides 12% of the museum's energy needs, and with the addition of another station, the total capacity has increased to 1 megawatt, meeting 25% of the museum's energy requirements. This initiative significantly reduces the museum's carbon footprint, aligning with Egypt's sustainable development goals.He further emphasized the role of cultural institutions as partners in achieving environmental sustainability and energy resource preservation in Egypt.