Amman, June 17 (Petra) — The Jordan Chamber of Industry on Wednesday
launched a guide for sorting and collecting textile waste at the
source, aimed at promoting sustainable waste management practices in
the leather and garment industries and advancing circular economy
principles in Jordan.

The guide was unveiled during a workshop organized in cooperation
with the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) under the
GAIN project, with the participation of representatives from
government institutions, the industrial sector and development
partners.

According to a chamber statement, the initiative seeks to raise
awareness among industrial establishments about best practices in
sorting and managing textile waste and to facilitate the guide’s
implementation across the sector.

The workshop featured a detailed presentation on the guide and its
implementation mechanisms, along with discussions on best practices
for sorting and collecting textile waste at the source to improve
resource management, expand recycling and reuse opportunities, and
support compliance with environmental standards and global market
requirements.

Secretary-General of the Ministry of Environment Omar Arabiyat said
the launch marks an important step toward strengthening sustainable
resource management and supporting Jordan’s transition to a circular
economy.

He noted that the textile and ready-made garment industry is a key
contributor to the national economy through its role in supporting
economic growth, creating employment opportunities and boosting
exports, underscoring the need to adopt more sustainable production
practices that maximize resource efficiency and reduce environmental
impact.

Arabiyat said sound waste management remains a national priority in
line with the Sustainable Development Goals and the Economic
Modernization Vision, stressing that waste should be viewed as an
economic resource that can be reintegrated into production processes
to generate investment opportunities and increase added value.

He added that the guide provides a practical framework to help
industrial facilities adopt best practices in textile waste
management, support reuse and recycling efforts, improve raw material
utilization and enhance the competitiveness of Jordanian products in
international markets.

Arabiyat also commended the partnership between government entities,
the industrial sector and international partners in developing the
guide, stressing the importance of translating its recommendations
into practical applications within industrial facilities.

Jordan Chamber of Industry Board Member and representative of the
leather and garment industries sector, Ihab Qadri, said the guide
represents a significant step toward institutionalizing sustainable
resource management and strengthening the readiness of Jordanian
manufacturers to meet environmental requirements and international
standards.

He noted that the leather and textile industries are among Jordan’s
leading industrial sectors, comprising more than 1,000 industrial and
craft establishments and employing over 96,000 workers, while making
a substantial contribution to national exports.

Qadri said improving waste management systems within the sector is
essential to enhancing sustainability and increasing production
efficiency.

He added that the guide aligns with the objectives of the Economic
Modernization Vision by enabling industrial establishments to
implement best practices in sorting and managing textile waste at its
source, increasing resource efficiency, expanding opportunities for
reuse and recycling, and supporting investment in circular economy
projects.

Qadri said the chamber continues to prioritize industrial waste
management through partnerships with government institutions and
local and international stakeholders, noting that the guide serves as
a practical reference for developing integrated waste management
systems in line with international best practices.

He expressed hope that the guide would support the sustainability
efforts of Jordanian manufacturers and strengthen their ability to
meet evolving global market requirements.

//Petra// AJ