Integrating sustainability in project management in Egypt: Barriers, challenges and strategies

This research explores the integration of sustainability into project management in Egypt, addressing sector-specific challenges, barriers, and opportunities. Using a mixed-methods approach, it combines surveys and interviews across sectors such as construction, IT, healthcare, and manufacturing. Key barriers identified include resource constraints, regulatory gaps, and cultural resistance, which impede the adoption of sustainable practices. Sector-specific challenges, such as the high cost of sustainable materials and knowledge gaps, underscore the need for tailored solutions. The research emphasizes aligning sustainability with organizational goals through frameworks like the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Recommendations include regulatory reforms, financial incentives, stakeholder engagement, and capacity-building initiatives such as training programs and certifications.

This research provides actionable strategies tailored to Egypt’s socio-economic context, contributing to global sustainability discourse and supporting Egypt’s Vision 2030. It highlights the importance of collaboration, innovative funding, and governance for advancing sustainable project management.