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Jordan News
17-03-2025
- Science
- Jordan News
"Water" Signs Memorandum of Understanding with the National Center for Agricultural Research to Enhance Research and Innovation
The Ministry of Water and Irrigation, the Water Authority, and the National Center for Agricultural Research have signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). اضافة اعلان The MoU aims to establish a specialized research station in the Deir Alla – Tal al-Mantah area, with the goal of improving the sustainability of water resources and enhancing their use in agriculture. A grant of 200,000 Jordanian Dinars has been allocated under the Climate Change Adaptation Program to implement the construction of the agricultural research station, which will improve the efficiency of reclaimed water use and promote environmental sustainability. The MoU was signed by Dr. Jihad Al-Mahamid, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Water and Irrigation, and Engineer Wael Al-Dweiri, Secretary-General of the Water Authority, while Dr. Khaled Abu Hamour signed on behalf of the National Center. Dr. Jihad Al-Mahamid, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Water and Irrigation, emphasized that this MoU represents an important step toward developing innovative solutions for climate change adaptation. He pointed out that scientific research is a cornerstone for achieving sustainability in the water sector. For his part, Engineer Wael Al-Dweiri, Secretary-General of the Water Authority, praised this cooperation, stressing that the research station will contribute to improving the quality of reclaimed water and enhancing its use in agricultural fields. This will benefit local communities and support sustainable development. In the same context, the research station will provide an advanced environment to study and analyze the quality of reclaimed water, which will contribute to enhancing its safe and efficient use in agriculture. It will also play a pivotal role in attracting support for future research projects. Moreover, this MoU aligns with the Ministry's strategy to improve the infrastructure of wastewater treatment plants and increase the safe and effective use of reclaimed water, with a focus on raising environmental awareness about the importance of water reuse. The Water Authority commended the role of the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation in supporting scientific research, emphasizing that this step is in line with the economic modernization vision, which focuses on strengthening strategic partnerships in vital sectors, including the water sector, to achieve sustainable growth and improve the efficiency of natural resource use. It also aligns with the National Water Plan, aimed at improving the management of reclaimed water and ensuring its reuse according to the highest environmental standards. This MoU is part of the Water Authority's efforts to develop the water sector and enhance its sustainability, achieving water security and supporting a more efficient and secure future for water resources.
Ammon
17-03-2025
- Science
- Ammon
Water Ministry sign MoU to establish specialized research satation in Deir Alla
Ammon News - The Ministry of Water and Irrigation, the Water Authority of Jordan (WAJ), and the National Agricultural Research Center (NARC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a specialized research station in the Deir Alla-Tal al-Mantah area. The initiative aims to strengthen research collaboration and foster innovation in water resources management. In a statement on Monday, the Ministry of Water and Irrigation said the MoU seeks to enhance water resource sustainability and optimize its use in agriculture. A JD 200,000 grant, provided under the Climate Change Adaptation Program, has been allocated for the development of the agricultural research station to improve the efficient utilization of reclaimed water and promote environmental sustainability. Secretary General of the Ministry of Water and Irrigation, Jihad Mahameed, underscored the significance of the agreement in advancing innovative solutions for climate change adaptation. He emphasized that scientific research is a cornerstone of sustainability in the water sector. WAJ Secretary General Wael Duwairi highlighted the research station's role in enhancing the quality of reclaimed water for agricultural use, benefiting local communities and contributing to sustainable development. He noted that the facility will serve as an advanced hub for analyzing reclaimed water quality and promoting its safe and effective application in agriculture. Additionally, the station is expected to attract funding for future research projects. Duwairi further stated that the MoU aligns with the Ministry's strategic objectives of upgrading wastewater treatment infrastructure and expanding the safe reuse of reclaimed water, while also fostering environmental awareness. The Water Authority acknowledged the support of the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation in advancing scientific research. It stressed that the initiative is in line with the Economic Modernization Vision, which prioritizes strategic partnerships in key sectors, including water, to drive sustainable growth and enhance resource efficiency. Moreover, the project is consistent with the National Water Plan, which aims to improve reclaimed water management in compliance with the highest environmental standards.
Associated Press
29-01-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Canada Invests in Climate Change Adaptation to Keep Communities Safe in Northern Ontario and Across Canada
SUDBURY, ON , Jan. 29, 2025 /CNW/ - Across the country, the impacts of climate change are becoming more severe and more frequent with extreme events like floods, wildfires and heatwaves on the rise. Gradual changes, like thawing permafrost in the north and rising sea levels in coastal regions, are also affecting the safety of our communities and quality of life. Acting now will help improve long-term resilience and reduce costs associated with the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in Canada, including higher grocery prices, insurance premiums and local taxes to cover the costs of disaster recovery and damage. To protect our communities from the worst economic and environmental impacts of climate change, we must continue to prepare for the changes that are coming by investing in community resilience. This will not only support the safety of Canadians but also reinforce the ability of communities to recover from extreme weather events. Today, Marc G. Serré, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, along with Member of Parliament Viviane Lapointe and Member of Parliament Anthony Rota, announced over $2.7 million in funding for five projects based in northern Ontario under Natural Resources Canada's Climate Change Adaptation Program (CCAP). These projects aim to support professionals, decision makers and First Nation communities in northern Ontario and across Canada to advance the implementation of climate change adaptation plans and actions through the development and delivery of tools, training and resources. One of the projects will also identify lessons learned from previously implemented adaptation actions. The funding announced today comes from a total investment of $39.5 million, announced on November 14, 2024, through the CCAP and the Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities (CRCC) Program to reduce climate change risks and build more resilient communities across the country in support of the National Adaptation Strategy (NAS). The steps we take now will protect our communities, our livelihoods, our environment and our economy. We are actively investing in climate change adaptation to proactively support community-led resilience and adaptation projects. It is essential, now more than ever, that we come together to help communities stay strong in the face of current and future change. Quotes 'The impacts associated with climate change — including intense wildfires, devastating floods, stronger tropical storms and hurricanes, and permafrost thaw in the north — are being felt environmentally and economically in every single region of Canada. That is why this federal government is acting now to help our communities and our economy prepare for and protect against the threat of climate change. Today's announcement of five projects based in northern Ontario under the CCAP supports the vital long-term, community-based work to keep people safe now and into the future.' The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson Minister of Energy and Natural Resources 'Today's funding announcement will support five important projects that are helping communities and sectors take action to adapt to our changing climate. These initiatives are led by passionate researchers and organizations who truly have our environment and our well-being at heart. By investing in projects like these, we're working together to protect our homes, livelihoods and the places we love from the growing risks of climate change.' Marc G. Serré Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages 'Sudbury is a leader in environmental remediation. This investment secures our standing and our efforts as good stewards of the environment and our community. Being able to adapt and build resiliency is worth investing in, and that's what we are doing. The vital work being done here will help us better prepare for and adapt to the impacts of climate change.' Viviane Lapointe Member of Parliament for Sudbury 'Communities across Canada and in Ontario are being affected by the rising impacts of extreme weather events. Now is the time to work together and build climate change responses that address current and future problems. By taking the necessary steps today to adapt and build resiliency, we are helping our communities prepare themselves to respond and better adapt to the impacts of climate change.' Anthony Rota Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming 'Up North on Climate is honoured to collaborate with four Northern Ontario Tribal Councils in the Partnership for Indigenous Climate Change Adaptation. Together, we are creating an online resource and micro-credentials to share the impacts of climate change on First Nation communities. The GeoHub will feature accessible, dynamic story maps highlighting community experiences and adaptation ideas, blending Indigenous and Western knowledge to build resilience.' Chantal Sarrazin-Delay Lead, Up North on Climate, Laurentian University 'The training that we are developing is not widely available within the forest sector and across Canada. By building on existing resources and proven materials, and through collaboration with partners, we believe that the proposed training program can play a pivotal role in advancing climate change adaptation practice and contribute to the resilience and sustainability of forests and the forest sector.' Mark Pearson Executive Director, Canadian Institute of Forestry 'Climate change is outpacing our efforts to protect people and communities from the harsh impacts of extreme weather. The Climate Risk Institute is grateful for this support from Natural Resources Canada, which will provide examples of best current practice in areas of climate resilience and inspire greater scales of implementation. Through these projects, the Climate Risk Institute will engage with key professions and others across Canada to build knowledge, capacity and competencies so that climate resilience becomes more mainstream within their practice.' Al Douglas President, Climate Risk Institute Quick Facts Every $1 spent on climate change adaptation measures saves up to $15 in terms of the long-term costs involved in mitigating climate change impacts and extreme weather events. Since 2015, the Government of Canada has invested more than $6.5 billion in adaptation efforts, including $2.1 billion since fall 2022 to implement the NAS and other adaptation-related activities. The CCAP will help Canada's regions and sectors to adapt to a changing climate. More specifically, the CCAP aims to: support decision makers in identifying and implementing adaptation actions; enhance adaptation knowledge and skills among Canada's workforce; and increase access to climate change adaptation tools and resources. The CRCC Program supports regional-scale pilot projects on Canada's three marine coasts — Atlantic, Pacific and North — and in the Great Lakes–St. Lawrence region. The program aims to enhance the climate resilience of coastal communities and businesses and to accelerate adaptation to reduce climate change risks and coordinate innovative actions. The NAS provides a whole-of-society plan focused on protecting Canadian lives and building more resilient and prosperous communities. Canada released its first NAS on June 27, 2023. Achieving the objectives of the NAS requires whole-of-society action. The Government of Canada is working with provinces, territories, Indigenous partners and the private sector to develop innovative technical, financial and operational solutions that will support adaptation action by communities across the economy.
