Egypt’s First Paulownia Forest

Led by Ashraf Al-Orabi, founder of Paulownia Egypt, the country’s first large-scale Paulownia forest was established on the Cairo–Kremat road in Giza. Covering nearly 100 feddans, the plantation aims to provide fast-growing hardwood for Egypt’s furniture and wood industries, while also serving as a natural carbon sink to combat climate change.

Key Highlights

• Founder: Ashraf Al-Orabi – Paulownia Egypt
• Location: Giza, first Cairo–Kremat road
• Size: ~100 feddans (expanding annually)
• Species: Paulownia (fast-growing hardwood)
• Harvest Cycle: 5–8 years
• Uses: Furniture, plywood, bioenergy, carbon sequestration

Environmental Role

Paulownia trees are among the fastest-growing in the world. They absorb high levels of CO₂ and release oxygen, making them a sustainable solution for both wood production and climate change mitigation.

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