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Jordan Times
07-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Jordan launches roadmap to decarbonise building sector by 2030
The Ministry of Energy on Tuesday launch a national roadmap to decarbonise its building sector, a significant milestone in the Kingdom's climate strategy and a key component of its energy partnership with Germany (Petra photo) AMMAN — The Ministry of Energy on Tuesday launched a national roadmap to decarbonise its building sector, a significant milestone in the Kingdom's climate strategy and a key component of its energy partnership with Germany. Speaking at the launch event, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Secretary General Amani Azzam underscored the urgency of cutting carbon emissions to address the escalating climate crisis, according to a ministry statement. 'Decarbonising Jordan's building stock is a fundamental step in tackling climate change,' Azzam said, noting that the building sector consumes up to 40 per cent of the Kingdom's electricity and is a major contributor to carbon emissions. Azzam reiterated Jordan's commitment to reducing carbon emissions by up to 40 per cent by 2030, in line with its pledges under the Paris Agreement. She said that the country aims to achieve this target in part by increasing the use of renewable and green energy in the building sector. She noted that effective decarbonisation requires strong cooperation, clear legal frameworks, and specialised training. 'The roadmap is not a theoretical document, but a practical foundation for coordinated national and international action,' she said. Azzam described decarbonisation efforts as 'long-term investments in the future of upcoming generations', expressing hope that the roadmap will serve as a springboard for a more sustainable path forward. Andreas Riesmann, a representative of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection, highlighted the long-standing energy partnership between Jordan and Germany. He said the cooperation continues to grow stronger as both nations work toward reducing emissions and limiting global warming by 2045. He urged all stakeholders to align efforts and establish the legal and institutional frameworks necessary to overcome challenges and implement the roadmap effectively. In a recorded message, Sila Martinez Juez, programme manager at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), described the roadmap as a vital tool for promoting best practices and fostering cooperation among stakeholders. She also emphasised the importance of ensuring that these practices are scalable and adaptable across the region. Juez also noted that the German Energy Agency has launched initiatives to support teams dedicated to advancing carbon neutrality. Page 2
Zawya
30-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jordan, Saudi Arabia discuss ways to proceed with electricity interconnection
AMMAN — Jordan and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday discussed means to proceed with the electricity interconnection project, as part of efforts to enhance cooperation in the energy sector. The meeting, hosted by Jordan's National Electric Power Company (NEPCO), focused on accelerating key agreements needed to begin implementation, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra. Senior officials from both sides attended the meeting, including Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Amani Azzam and NEPCO Director General Sofyan Bataineh. The Saudi delegation included senior representatives from the energy sector. According to Bataineh, discussions focused on finalising three main agreements covering implementation, operations and commercial arrangements, which are expected to be signed before the end of 2025, while the project is expected to begin commercial operations by the end of 2029. "This interconnection will enhance the reliability of both kingdoms' electricity grids," said Bataineh, adding that the venture would allow for the sharing of energy reserves and exchanges during peak periods, improving efficiency and stabilising the grid. He added that the project is an important step towards a broader regional electricity market and better Arab energy integration, noting that grid interconnection is 'increasingly' important in renewable energy systems, helping to reduce costs and optimise performance. Highlighting Jordan's strategic goal of becoming a regional hub for energy exchange, Azzam said: "Our ongoing work on cross-border grid projects aims to boost Jordan's position in the regional electricity market". The project stems from a memorandum of understanding signed in August 2020, which tasked NEPCO and the Saudi Electricity Company with drafting the technical and operational agreements, said Petra. The project is part of the wider Arab Electricity Interconnection Initiative, which aims to create a unified electricity market. Jordan has recently hosted one of the initiative's key coordination meetings as momentum builds towards regional energy integration, according to Petra. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Jordan Times
29-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Jordan, Saudi Arabia discuss ways to proceed with electricity interconnection
Jordan and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday discuss means to proceed with the electricity interconnection project, as part of efforts to enhance cooperation in the energy sector (File photo) AMMAN — Jordan and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday discussed means to proceed with the electricity interconnection project, as part of efforts to enhance cooperation in the energy sector. The meeting, hosted by Jordan's National Electric Power Company (NEPCO), focused on accelerating key agreements needed to begin implementation, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra. Senior officials from both sides attended the meeting, including Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Amani Azzam and NEPCO Director General Sofyan Bataineh. The Saudi delegation included senior representatives from the energy sector. According to Bataineh, discussions focused on finalising three main agreements covering implementation, operations and commercial arrangements, which are expected to be signed before the end of 2025, while the project is expected to begin commercial operations by the end of 2029. "This interconnection will enhance the reliability of both kingdoms' electricity grids," said Bataineh, adding that the venture would allow for the sharing of energy reserves and exchanges during peak periods, improving efficiency and stabilising the grid. He added that the project is an important step towards a broader regional electricity market and better Arab energy integration, noting that grid interconnection is 'increasingly' important in renewable energy systems, helping to reduce costs and optimise performance. Highlighting Jordan's strategic goal of becoming a regional hub for energy exchange, Azzam said: "Our ongoing work on cross-border grid projects aims to boost Jordan's position in the regional electricity market". The project stems from a memorandum of understanding signed in August 2020, which tasked NEPCO and the Saudi Electricity Company with drafting the technical and operational agreements, said Petra. The project is part of the wider Arab Electricity Interconnection Initiative, which aims to create a unified electricity market. Jordan has recently hosted one of the initiative's key coordination meetings as momentum builds towards regional energy integration, according to Petra. Page 2
Ammon
29-04-2025
- Business
- Ammon
Jordan, Saudi Arabia discuss completing Electricity Interconnection Project
Ammon News - Jordanian and Saudi officials met on Tuesday to discuss progress on the electricity interconnection project between the two countries, during a joint session hosted by the National Electric Power Company (NEPCO) in meeting aimed to bolster bilateral cooperation in the energy sector and accelerate the project's session was co-chaired by Amani Azzam, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, and Sufyan Batayneh, Director-General of NEPCO, with the participation of a high-level delegation from Saudi a press statement, Batayneh emphasized the urgency of finalizing the project's three core agreements executive, operational, and commercial targeting their official signing before the end of this year. He noted that these agreements will pave the way for the project's commercial launch by the end of explained that the electricity interconnection will strengthen the reliability of both countries' national power grids by enabling energy exchange during peak demand periods and leveraging daily and seasonal demand differences. This will enhance system stability and operational described the project as a strategic step toward establishing a regional electricity market and fostering broader Arab energy integration. Batayneh stressed that such interconnection is increasingly vital in modern energy systems reliant on renewable sources, as it reduces costs and enhances reaffirmed Jordan's commitment to advancing interconnection projects with neighboring countries, part of a broader strategy to position the Kingdom as a regional hub for energy exchange and August 2020, Jordan and Saudi Arabia signed a memorandum of understanding to activate the electricity interconnection initiative. The agreement supports the larger Arab Common Market for Electricity project, which aims to link electricity grids across the Gulf Cooperation Council, the Levant, and North and its Saudi counterpart were assigned to develop the technical and implementation frameworks for the project, which Jordan continues to champion through regional cooperation efforts. Petra
Jordan Times
18-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Ministry outlines roadmap for Risha Gas Field development at OAPEC meeting
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Secretary-General Amani Azzam on Thursday participates in the 24th Gas Experts Meeting of the Organisation of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) (JT file) AMMAN — Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Secretary-General Amani Azzam on Thursday participated in the 24th Gas Experts Meeting of the Organisation of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC), where she outlined Jordan's strategic direction for natural gas and hydrogen development. During the meeting, Azzam delivered a working paper titled 'Developments in the Gas Industry in Jordan', in which she presented a roadmap for expanding operations at the Risha gas field, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. She noted that the Risha field, discovered by the Natural Resources Authority in 1986 and brought into production in 1989, remains one of Jordan's vital domestic energy sources. She explained that the field is classified as unconventional and tight, meaning gas cannot be extracted through traditional methods and instead requires advanced technologies and significant investment. Azzam said that the National Petroleum Company (NPC) is pursuing an ambitious development plan for the field. The plan includes the procurement of an additional drilling rig, the construction of a gas processing facility, and the development of a new pipeline to transport the produced gas. To fully utilise the expected production from Risha, Azzam emphasised the necessity of constructing a natural gas pipeline linking the field to the Arab Gas Pipeline at a connection point in Mafraq Governorate. The proposed pipeline would span approximately 320 kilometres, with technical and financial feasibility studies currently underway. She also highlighted the government's ongoing efforts to implement the National Programme for the Delivery of Natural Gas to urban centres and industrial zones across the Kingdom. The initiative aims to provide a more affordable and sustainable energy alternative for existing industries. Azzam also outlined key components of Jordan's comprehensive energy sector strategy for 2020–2030, including continued reliance on current gas sources expected to meet national needs until 2035, further development of the Risha field, and the attraction of international investment in exploration for both conventional and unconventional gas. The strategy also includes maintaining LNG import capacity through the Sheikh Sabah Terminal in Aqaba as part of efforts to safeguard energy security.
