Wholesale smes energy storage in Jordan

Interviewed by The Jordan Times, officials and experts underlined the need to utilise high technology to store energy produced from renewables, be they solar or wind. Acknowledging that Jordan has achieved “tremendous” progress in the renewable energy sector, other experts called on the government to extend more incentives to businesses.

AMMAN — Jordan has secured a pioneering status in renewables, yet it is still facing a major challenge: Energy surplus. Interviewed by The Jordan Times, officials and experts underlined the need to utilise high technology to store energy produced from renewables, be they solar or wind.

Energy Technologies: Jordan is exploring energy storage solutions, which may also present opportunities for the U.S. energy sector. Technologies and services related to efficiency gains, including smart metering and grid management, may also find opportunities.

Electrical energy exchange with Egypt has been ongoing, contributing to the stabilization of the Jordanian electrical network. Agreements have been reached to increase the export capacity of the Jericho area, and negotiations for electricity supply contracts to Iraq are in progress.

More than 20 percent of the electricity grid in Jordan is powered by solar or wind energy, with a target of 31% by 2030. Exceeding this percentage will be challenging for Jordan unless storage solutions are implemented.

The energy sector is one of the most vital sectors in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan due to its significant impact on sustainable development. Despite facing considerable challenges, including the lack of local energy sources and heavy reliance on imports, the sector has achieved remarkable accomplishments in recent years.