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Ammon
11 hours ago
- Business
- Ammon
Committee approves JD719,000 in rural electricity projects for 186 sites
Ammon News - The Higher Steering Committee for the Rural Fils, chaired by Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh, on Sunday approved a list of 186 homes and sites to be connected to the electrical grid through conventional networks during May, at an estimated cost of JD719,000. Kharabsheh said the committee had endorsed several projects and locations for grid connection under the Rural Fils framework, including residential communities and economic activities, following amendments to the guidelines governing electricity connections financed by the Rural Fils. Hisham Momani, Director of the Electricity and Rural Electrification Directorate at the Ministry, detailed the approved allocations. They include JD179,000 for residential clusters of five homes located outside planning boundaries, and JD114,000 for clusters of at least three homes in similar areas. Additionally, JD52,000 was approved for individual homes outside planning zones benefiting from existing infrastructure. A portion of the funding, amounting to JD10,000, was allocated to support homes of low-income families situated within planning boundaries and electricity company concession areas. This reflects the Ministry's commitment to social support and equitable access to energy. Productive projects in poverty pockets outside planning areas such as poultry, cattle, sheep, and fish farms received JD73,000 in funding. These efforts align with national goals to support farmers, bolster livestock production, and enhance food security and self-reliance. The approved list also includes JD40,000 to illuminate roads leading to cemeteries, facilitating nighttime burials. A further JD153,000 was allocated to support productive, industrial, and investment ventures in underserved areas, contingent on the creation of local employment opportunities. Momani added that JD59,000 was designated to electrify farms containing artesian wells outside planning boundaries, with the aim of supporting agricultural sustainability. An additional JD39,000 was allocated to projects serving government entities, agricultural cooperatives, and charitable associations.
Roya News
5 days ago
- Business
- Roya News
Jordan's energy minister assures citizens of stable power supply
Jordan's Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Saleh Kharabsheh, told members of the Energy Sector Partnership Council that the country's electricity system remains stable and secure despite the suspension of natural gas supplies amid ongoing regional tensions. Speaking during a council meeting to discuss regulations stemming from the newly enacted General Electricity Law No. 10 of 2025, Kharabsheh acknowledged the growing geopolitical challenges facing the region. He emphasized that Jordan has activated contingency plans to ensure uninterrupted power generation, noting the critical role local energy sources have played in maintaining grid reliability. Jordan typically imports around 100 million cubic feet of natural gas daily from Egypt. However, due to the current crisis, the government is shouldering additional costs to sustain the power supply, according to Kharabsheh.
Zawya
24-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jordan: Minister reaffirms commitment to women's empowerment in energy sector
AMMAN: Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh on Wednesday reaffirmed the government's commitment to advancing women's participation in the energy sector, aligning with the Kingdom's vision for economic modernisation and sustainable job creation. Speaking at the launch of the Jordanian chapter of the Regional Energy Network for Women in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Kharabsheh emphasised that the current phase of the energy sector's transformation demands innovative thinking and skilled professionals, qualities he said Jordanian women have consistently exemplified. 'We are proud of our partnership with both local and international stakeholders, particularly the World Bank, as we work to empower women in this vital sector,' Kharabsheh said. 'A core objective is to double the number of women employed in the energy field.' He also stressed the importance of expanding cooperation between private energy companies and international institutions, highlighting the need to build professional capacity in response to the sector's rapid evolution, according to an Energy Ministry statement. World Bank Senior Energy Specialist Yusra Asaker commended Jordan's leadership and progressive approach, describing the Kingdom as a model within the regional network. She reaffirmed the bank's commitment to strengthening collaboration to expand training programmes and increase leadership opportunities for women in the sector. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Jordan Times
24-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Minister reaffirms commitment to women's empowerment in energy sector
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh on Wednesday reaffirms the government's commitment to advancing women's participation in the energy sector, aligning with the Kingdom's vision for economic modernisation and sustainable job creation (Photo courtesy of Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources) AMMAN — Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh on Wednesday reaffirmed the government's commitment to advancing women's participation in the energy sector, aligning with the Kingdom's vision for economic modernisation and sustainable job creation. Speaking at the launch of the Jordanian chapter of the Regional Energy Network for Women in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Kharabsheh emphasised that the current phase of the energy sector's transformation demands innovative thinking and skilled professionals, qualities he said Jordanian women have consistently exemplified. 'We are proud of our partnership with both local and international stakeholders, particularly the World Bank, as we work to empower women in this vital sector,' Kharabsheh said. 'A core objective is to double the number of women employed in the energy field.' He also stressed the importance of expanding cooperation between private energy companies and international institutions, highlighting the need to build professional capacity in response to the sector's rapid evolution, according to an Energy Ministry statement. World Bank Senior Energy Specialist Yusra Asaker commended Jordan's leadership and progressive approach, describing the Kingdom as a model within the regional network. She reaffirmed the bank's commitment to strengthening collaboration to expand training programmes and increase leadership opportunities for women in the sector. Page 2
Jordan News
21-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
3D Seismic Survey for Oil and Gas Exploration Launched in Eastern Jafr - Jordan News
Jordan is placing high hopes on the results of a 3D seismic survey to uncover its wealth of oil, gas, and other natural resources across an area of 4,285 square kilometers in the Eastern Jafr region of Ma'an. اضافة اعلان The survey, conducted in cooperation with the Arabian Geophysical and Surveying Company (ARGAS), a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), will span eight months with a total investment of 22 million Jordanian dinars. Results are expected within 24 months, after which the region will be offered as an investment opportunity to specialized oil exploration companies. This initiative is part of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources' broader strategy, which aligns with the directives of His Majesty King Abdullah II. The King has shown ongoing interest in advancing the energy sector, particularly through the implementation of the Economic Modernization Vision. ARGAS is implementing the project under an agreement signed with the ministry in October. Energy Minister Dr. Saleh Kharabsheh described the deal as the start of broader cooperation and additional future agreements. He emphasized the importance of the project, noting that it is the largest of its kind in Jordan and will provide a critical geophysical database to support well drilling for oil and gas and attract global exploration companies. Funded by revenues from the Hamza oil field, this project is part of the infrastructure development initiatives in the energy and mining sectors under the Economic Modernization Vision's executive program (2023–2025). According to the ministry, the 3D seismic survey aims to identify subsurface geological formations in preparation for exploratory drilling. Minister Kharabsheh noted during a site visit that this marks a key pillar in Jordan's pursuit of natural resources and is expected to positively impact the national economy. He added that while similar projects have been launched in the past, this one is distinguished by its use of advanced, high-precision technology that has seen significant developments in recent years. The current phase focuses on data collection, to be followed by detailed analysis. An international company will be appointed to handle data processing. The project is considered the first phase of broader geophysical surveys across Jordan. Minister Kharabsheh expressed hope for promising results, especially given that less than 5% of the Kingdom's territory has been covered by such 3D surveys to date. Director of Petroleum and Oil Shale at the ministry, Bahjat Al-Adwan, noted that the project will create around 400 job opportunities. It also aims to enhance Jordan's reliance on domestic energy sources and create jobs for local communities, particularly residents of the Jafr region. Dr. Muath Al-Rawi, CEO of ARGAS, said during the agreement signing in October that the company is one of the world's most experienced geophysical and geological survey firms, operating in several countries to explore natural resources. He stressed that the Jafr project will follow the highest standards and contribute to developing Jordanian content and reassessing the country's resource potential. Hisham Al-Tuwaijri, Deputy CEO of ARGAS, highlighted the company's extensive experience—over 60 years—in geophysical and geological surveys. He expressed enthusiasm for collaborating with Jordan in resource exploration and hopes the results will bring significant economic benefits to the country. ARGAS, which also has a registered office in Jordan, is part of the Saudi Arabian Energy Services Holding Company (TAQA), owned by the PIF. The company recently won the 3D seismic survey tender valued at 21 million dinars and specializes in geophysical surveys for oil and gas exploration both onshore and offshore, as well as natural resource discovery, data analysis, and imaging services. Jordan's Economic Modernization Vision outlines active initiatives to boost the mining sector's developmental role over the next decade. The vision includes 50 initiatives for the energy sector and 18 for mining, emphasizing the need for a national mining strategy, an independent geological survey body, and standardized data sharing. Currently, the mining sector contributes about 2.2% to Jordan's GDP—around 700 million dinars. This is projected to rise to 2.1 billion dinars within the next ten years. The sector employs over 9,000 people (0.6% of the national workforce), with expectations of surpassing 27,000. Mining exports, which now total around 1 billion dinars, are expected to grow to 3.4 billion dinars by 2033.
