Jordan continues to boost its investments in clean energy sources, considering them a strategic choice that supports national energy security, reduces reliance on non-renewable resources, and mitigates the environmental and health impacts of fossil fuel use, amid increasing pressures on conventional energy costs at both economic and household levels.
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Experts in the environment and energy sectors told the Jordan News Agency (Petra) that the national shift toward expanding the use of renewable energy—particularly solar and wind power—has contributed to a gradual transformation in energy production and consumption patterns. It has also supported official efforts to meet environmental commitments, improve air quality, and provide safer, more sustainable solutions for electricity generation and heating in homes and facilities.
They explained that investing in clean energy has a clear positive impact on the environment by reducing carbon emissions and limiting pollution from conventional fuel use. Jordan’s natural and climatic advantages position it to become a regional model in renewable energy deployment.
Jordan enjoys more than 300 sunny days per year, along with average wind speeds suitable for establishing wind farms, which strengthens its role in the transition to renewable energy and supports its commitment to reducing harmful emissions from fossil fuels.
Dr. Omar Al-Khshman, Dean of the Technical College at Al-Hussein Bin Talal University, emphasized that relying on solar energy for electricity generation and heating is among the safest options due to its low environmental and health risks. Solar energy reduces the likelihood of fires and toxic gas emissions while maintaining air quality.
He pointed out that adopting modern engineering solutions, such as solar energy systems and smart thermal insulation technologies, enhances public safety and improves energy consumption efficiency. Renewable energy thus represents a strategic option combining efficiency, sustainability, and environmental protection.
Energy and oil specialist Amer Al-Shobaki noted that investment in clean energy has become a cornerstone for strengthening energy security and reducing its costs. He explained that abundant solar exposure during winter—ranging from 5 to 8 hours daily in some regions—allows for generating electricity for household and heating purposes.
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has launched programs to expand reliance on renewable energy sources and reduce household energy bills. Using heating systems based on air conditioners, according to optimal usage standards, is one of the safest and most efficient solutions, while also contributing to health and public safety.
Dr. Mohammad Al-Qudah, Head of the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Yarmouk University, highlighted that investing in clean energy is a key avenue to lower the national energy bill, enhance energy supply security, and redirect financial resources toward other developmental sectors.
He also pointed out Jordan’s notable progress in deploying renewable energy in local industries and household use, noting that the country’s leadership in this field opens broader investment opportunities, attracts international partnerships, benefits from advanced clean energy experiences, and expands wind energy projects and biogas production from waste, achieving sustainable environmental and economic gains in the long term.
Linda Al-Abadi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Energy, said Jordan’s renewable energy sector has achieved significant accomplishments, supported by abundant natural resources and a legislative and regulatory framework that encourages investment.
She explained that these efforts have increased renewable energy’s contribution to the electricity generation mix to about 26.9% by the end of 2024, compared to less than 0.5% in 2014. The installed capacity of grid-connected renewable energy projects reached approximately 2,840 MW, with investments exceeding JD 2.15 billion, positively impacting the economy and creating job opportunities.
The ministry is currently reviewing the energy strategy for 2025–2035 to increase reliance on local energy sources and enhance grid stability through implementing pumped-storage electricity projects, expanding grid interconnections, transitioning to smart grids, and encouraging electric mobility.
Legislative amendments passed in 2024 maintained tax and customs exemptions, expanded mechanisms for connecting renewable energy systems to the grid, and introduced storage technologies.
Jordan has also increasingly focused on “green hydrogen,” preparing a national strategy to gradually expand production until 2050, conducting regulatory and structural studies in collaboration with international partners, and signing 13 memorandums of understanding with global companies to study the economic feasibility of investment projects in this field.
The ministry continues, through the Renewable Energy Fund, to implement programs supporting clean energy use in homes, agriculture, municipalities, and mosques, as well as extending electricity access to rural areas via solar energy systems.
Financial expert Dr. Ali Yousef stated that the government has implemented practical programs to support renewable energy use, through initiatives supervised by the Ministry of Energy and the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund. These include direct financial support for installing solar water heaters and solar systems in homes.
He explained that these programs help enhance energy security, reduce dependence on imported energy sources, and lower household bills, positively impacting the national economy and environmental protection.
According to the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, over 460,000 people have benefited from the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund programs, with direct investments totaling around JD 40 million and a total project value exceeding JD 100 million.
