Jordan’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has confirmed that it is focusing on enhancing the flexibility and efficiency of the national electricity grid to address the challenges associated with fluctuations in solar and wind power generation through a package of strategic projects.
The ministry explained that among the most significant initiatives is the expansion of energy storage systems, including a planned battery storage project with a capacity of 100 megawatts and four hours of storage duration, in addition to a strategic pumped-storage hydropower project with a capacity of 450 megawatts.
The ministry added that the plan also includes completing the installation of smart electricity meters in preparation for implementing time-based electricity tariffs. The measure is expected to improve load management and energy consumption patterns, alongside ongoing efforts to update legislative and regulatory frameworks to ensure the efficient integration of modern technologies into Jordan’s national electricity system.
Speaking during a workshop on “Hybrid Inverters and Battery Energy Storage Systems,” Ministry Secretary-General Amani Al-Azzam said that electricity storage systems are no longer merely a modern technology but have become one of the key enablers of the next phase of energy sector development in Jordan.
She noted that these systems play a vital role in enhancing the flexibility and reliability of the electricity network and maximizing the benefits of renewable energy sources.
Al-Azzam highlighted Jordan’s significant transformation in the energy sector over the past decade through diversification of energy sources, strengthening energy security, and building a leading experience in renewable energy development.
She explained that the next phase will focus on creating a more flexible, efficient, and resilient electricity system capable of integrating greater amounts of renewable energy. She stressed that the success of the energy transition should not be measured solely by installed generation capacity, but also by Jordan’s ability to manage these resources efficiently and maximize their economic value.
According to Al-Azzam, Jordan has taken important legislative and regulatory steps to develop the electricity sector, including introducing the concept of electricity storage into the legal framework governing the sector for the first time, as well as establishing provisions for independent and dedicated electricity networks to support strategic projects.
She noted that the Energy Sector Strategy 2025–2035 aims to increase the share of renewable energy in electricity generation to 40 percent under the baseline scenario and 55 percent under the optimistic scenario, while implementing major energy storage projects with capacities reaching 400 megawatts before 2030.
Al-Azzam emphasized the importance of developing policies and regulatory and financing frameworks that ensure the optimal use of energy storage technologies, contributing to a more flexible electricity system that is prepared for future demands.
The workshop aimed to explore ways to support the deployment of energy storage systems and hybrid inverters in Jordan and the wider region, while reviewing the technical, regulatory, and economic aspects of these solutions to advance the national energy transition and support the move toward a more sustainable and efficient energy system.
