Plans underway to invest in more renewable, alternative energy sources — JCC

Plans underway to invest in more renewable, alternative energy ...  Jordan Times

Plans underway to invest in more renewable, alternative energy sources — JCC

Plans underway to invest in more renewable, alternative energy sources — JCC

Opportunities for Cooperation in Rationalising Energy Consumption

AMMAN — Energy Minister Saleh Kharabsheh on Tuesday said that there are numerous opportunities for cooperation in rationalising energy consumption and providing cross-sectoral support by implementing programmes similar to those of the Jordan Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund (JREEEF).

Water and Energy Project

At the closing ceremony of the “Water and Energy” project, implemented under the European Neighbourhood Instrument’s Cross-Border Cooperation in the Mediterranean (ENI CBC Med) project, Kharabsheh said that reducing high energy costs for various productive sectors requires great effort, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.

EU-Supported Programmes

The minister added that the EU-supported programmes represent a great opportunity, as they provide insights into participating countries’ expertise, foster information exchange, help build partnerships and develop sectors through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Global Energy Transition

He stressed the importance of keeping pace with the global energy transition by learning from renewable energy leaders, noting that the Kingdom’s experience in this field is still “limited”.

Green Hydrogen Laws

Kharabsheh noted that the ministry and stakeholders, in cooperation with the EU, seek to develop green hydrogen laws in order to reach strategic production.

Investment in Renewable and Alternative Energy Sources

For his part, First Deputy President of the Jordan Chamber of Commerce Jamal Rifai said that Jordan plans to invest more in renewable and alternative energy sources to meet the increasing electricity demand.

ENI CBC MED Programme

Coordinator of the ENI CBC MED Programme Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office, Esmat Karadsheh, said that the programme finances 80 projects in 13 countries, including 56 environment and climate change-related schemes in Jordan at a total cost of 22.5 million euros.

SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

  1. SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

    • Target 7.2: Increase the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix
    • Indicator 7.2.1: Renewable energy share in the total final energy consumption
  2. SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

    • Target 9.4: Upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable
    • Indicator 9.4.1: CO2 emission per unit of value added
  3. SDG 13: Climate Action

    • Target 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning
    • Indicator 13.2.1: Number of countries that have integrated mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction, and early warning measures into their national policies, strategies, and planning

Analysis

1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?

The SDGs that are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article are SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?

Based on the article’s content, the specific targets that can be identified are:

– Target 7.2: Increase the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix.

– Target 9.4: Upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable.

– Target 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning.

3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?

Yes, there are indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets. These indicators are:

– Indicator 7.2.1: Renewable energy share in the total final energy consumption.

– Indicator 9.4.1: CO2 emission per unit of value added.

– Indicator 13.2.1: Number of countries that have integrated mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction, and early warning measures into their national policies, strategies, and planning.

These indicators can be used to measure the progress of increasing the share of renewable energy, upgrading infrastructure and retrofitting industries for sustainability, and integrating climate change measures into national policies.

Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

SDGs Targets Indicators
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy Target 7.2: Increase the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix Indicator 7.2.1: Renewable energy share in the total final energy consumption
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure Target 9.4: Upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable Indicator 9.4.1: CO2 emission per unit of value added
SDG 13: Climate Action Target 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning Indicator 13.2.1: Number of countries that have integrated mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction, and early warning measures into their national policies, strategies, and planning

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