Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh and Regional Director of China Three Gorges International (CTGI) Renewable Energy Partners Mohammad Abu Atieh signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Tuesday to conduct feasibility studies for the development of green hydrogen projects in Jordan.
The MoU sets a target of producing 200,000 tons of green ammonia annually, outlining the framework for collaboration between the Jordanian government and CTGI.
The feasibility studies will assess the viability of establishing a new green hydrogen project, with the ministry planning to continue its partnership based on the study’s outcomes until a final investment agreement is reached.
Kharabsheh emphasized the importance of this partnership, noting it marks the 13th agreement in the field of green hydrogen and green ammonia production.
He highlighted the ministry’s vision to transform Jordan into a regional and global hub for hydrogen production and export. The minister reiterated the government’s co
mmitment to facilitating investments in the hydrogen industry, recognizing it as a strategic opportunity for both Jordan and international investors.
The memorandum aligns with the government’s broader efforts to position Jordan as a regional center for green energy production, leveraging the country’s abundant renewable energy resources and strategic location in the Middle East and Africa.
This initiative is a key element of the Economic Modernization Vision (2023-2033), focusing on the transition toward clean energy and investment in green hydrogen projects.
CTGI’s Regional Director Mohammad Abu Atieh praised Jordan’s proactive role in supporting the company’s efforts to provide power generation services in the Kingdom.
The signing ceremony was attended by officials from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, including the Director of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Directorate, engineers involved in the green hydrogen initiative, and a specialized delegation from CTGI.
Source: Jorda
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