Amman, May 24 (Petra) — A report on the Executive Program of the
Economic Modernization Vision (2026–2029) has highlighted major
achievements in the green economy sector during the first quarter of
the current year.

The report noted that 40 employees were trained on the use of weather
information and early warning systems. It also recorded 17,000
violations related to random waste dumping, the installation of 300
mobile cameras on city vehicles, and the collection and sorting of
523 tons of solid waste at source.

In infrastructure developments, the project to upgrade and expand the
East Amman Transfer Station has advanced with the approval and
commencement of equipment manufacturing, alongside topographic works
and the preparation of structural and architectural designs by the
contractor, which are currently under review by the consultant and
project owner.

Awareness and outreach plans have been prepared for a
commercial-sector waste recycling initiative, while a tender has been
issued for establishing recycling banks in the Sweifieh area.
Technical inquiries from companies regarding a mechanical-biological
waste treatment facility have been addressed, with submitted bids
currently under evaluation.

The report also outlined progress in waste management and
environmental awareness projects, including the assessment of public
response to awareness campaigns in Tla’ Al-Ali and Tariq, as well as
the launch of a pilot waste management site in Ras Al Ain, featuring
container distribution, public awareness activities, and a trial
collection system.

Work has also progressed on a marine research and aquarium center
project, including the re-tendering of a marina pier, approval of the
master plan, and ongoing structural design work. In parallel, climate
adaptation initiatives supported by the United Nations Development
Programme included field visits to Karak and Madaba to identify 255
eligible beneficiaries for rainwater harvesting wells.

Additional climate resilience efforts included vulnerability
assessments in Azraq, Irbid, and Ramtha municipalities, the launch of
a tree-planting campaign in Azraq, and the integration of gender
equality, inclusion, and empowerment frameworks across project
activities.

In the field of meteorology, a data-sharing agreement was signed
between the Ministry of Transport and the UK Met Office, enabling the
Jordanian Meteorological Department to access high-quality weather
data. Awareness workshops were also held in Azraq and Irbid
municipalities.

The report further highlighted improvements in integrated waste
management, including university awareness campaigns, procurement of
biodegradable waste bags and sorting containers, and the rollout of a
national cleanliness plan for 2026. Enforcement efforts against
illegal dumping have begun, supported by mobile surveillance cameras
and improved waste infrastructure in tourist and archaeological
sites.

In industrial sustainability, Jordan advanced low-carbon export
readiness through green industry initiatives, identified priority
sub-sectors under the Zero Waste Challenge, and drafted a circular
economy roadmap. Programs were also launched to support startups,
integrate persons with disabilities into industry, and develop
technical support services for green products.

Finally, the report noted progress in environmental performance,
including improved positioning in the global Environmental
Performance Index, the launch of a Blue Economy Innovation Center,
and continued development of a Circular Economy Creative Center in
Aqaba, which has entered the construction phase following contract
signing and permit approvals.

//Petra// WH