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Village in Fustat Fires Up First Environmentally Friendly Kiln
The new self-lighting ceramic kilns operate on natural gas, making them a more environmentally friendly option for the craftsmen of El Fawakheer village.
Apr 27, 2021
Most ovens used to create Egypt’s handicrafts rely on burning papers, wood, and other materials, which have a dire impact on the environment and pose safety concerns for potters. El Fawakheer, a village in El Fustat and one of Cairo’s most active pottery hubs, is due to receive new ceramic kilns from the Egyptian government. These new, self-lighting models will operate on natural gas, making them more environmentally friendly.
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