JIEC unveils water harvesting, solar energy projects across industrial cities

AMMAN — The Jordan Industrial Estates Company (JIEC) on Sunday announced plans to implement water harvesting projects in four industrial cities, install solar energy systems in three and develop Zarqa Industrial City into the Middle East’s first green industrial city by adopting eco-friendly practices.

JIEC Deputy Director General Oday Obaidat said the company aims to diversify energy sources and provide sustainable environmental solutions across its industrial cities. 

These initiatives seek to attract investment, lower energy costs, and promote modern approaches to alternative energy generation and use, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. 

During a meeting with Jordan Green Building Council (JGBC) Chairman Abdullah Bdeir, Obaidat highlighted the industrial cities' success in attracting investments and expanding projects, underscoring the need to transition to alternative energy sources.

He noted that upcoming plans will incorporate global best practices in sustainability, the green economy and resource conservation.

Bdeir commended Jordan’s industrial cities for their advancements, particularly in alternative energy adoption and reaffirmed JGBC’s commitment to supporting JIEC in securing international certifications and fostering green investments.

Earlier this year, JIEC launched preliminary design studies for water harvesting projects in Madaba, Salt, Tafileh, and Zarqa industrial cities in partnership with the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ). 

The initiative, the first of its kind in Jordan, aims to optimise rainwater and groundwater resources, ensuring efficient management and utilization. The first phase has already begun in Madaba Industrial City, with other cities to follow.