Jordan’s Minister of Environment, Dr. Ayman Suleiman, today inaugurated the project “Circular Solutions for Plastic Pollution in Jordan”, implemented by the Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Jordan and supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF). The initiative aims to develop sustainable business models that support the transition to a circular economy while reducing the environmental and health impacts of plastic waste.
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In his speech, Dr. Suleiman emphasized that the project reflects Jordan’s commitment, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II, to advance towards a green and circular economy that promotes sustainable development, protects natural resources, and improves citizens’ quality of life. The project specifically targets the reduction of health and environmental risks by limiting single-use plastics and promoting more sustainable business models in the food and beverage packaging sector.
Dr. Suleiman highlighted the importance of public-private partnerships as a key pillar for transitioning to a circular economy. He noted that the project will strengthen the legislative and regulatory framework for reducing single-use plastics and support industrial innovation towards environmentally friendly alternatives.
The minister also stated that the project aligns with Jordan’s economic modernization vision, aiming to build a productive, competitive economy based on innovation while balancing economic growth with environmental and social justice. He praised the Jordan Chamber of Industry and the Jordan Chamber of Commerce for supporting sustainable production practices, noting that their cooperation is strategically important for the success of the circular economy transition. He also expressed appreciation for the support of the Global Environment Facility and UNDP.
UNDP Resident Representative in Jordan, Randa Abu Al-Hussan, affirmed the program’s commitment to supporting the Jordanian government in fulfilling its national and international environmental commitments. She noted that the project contributes to achieving Sustainable Development Goals 11, 12, 13, and 14, and facilitates collaboration between the public and private sectors through a national platform for circular solutions to plastic pollution, enabling knowledge exchange and learning from international experiences.
Abu Al-Hussan stressed that the increasing volume of plastic materials and resulting waste intensifies health and environmental risks, highlighting the need for effective legislation and proper plastic waste management to reduce pollution and protect human health and the environment.
The project is expected to reduce approximately 5,000 tons of plastic waste over the next five years, generating tangible environmental benefits and supporting Jordan’s transition towards a circular economy and achieving environmental sustainability.
