Two more solar power plants in northern Jordan

    Jordanian Energy Minister Hella Zawati unveiled two 50 MW solar system off grid power plants in northern Jordan. The power station is owned by Saudi Fotowatio Renewable Energy Company (FRV) and costs $ 180 million. The completion of the power station will help achieve self-reliance and sustainable development goals.

    Jordan has also launched the 89 MW Ma'an Fujeij wind energy project. By 2020, renewable energy generation is expected to meet 20% of Jordan's demand.

    Amjad Rawashdeh, General Manager of National Power Corporation, said that the company has successfully operated and integrated 20 renewable energy projects, and will build and operate 12 solar and wind energy projects within the next two years.