Amman, Sept. 3 (Petra) – A “successful” energy transition requires
technology, investments, and infrastructure, and spending on human
capital, skills development, and empowering youth and women to
“actively” engage in shaping and leading the sector’s future, Energy
Ministry Secretary-General Amani Azzam on Thursday said.

Highlighting Jordan’s progress at Dubai’s Intersolar Middle East 2026
conference, Azzam noted that renewable energy generated roughly 26.3
percent of the Kingdom’s electricity by the end of 2025, alongside
ongoing expansions into energy storage, smart grids, and green
hydrogen.

To sustain this growth, she called for bridging the gap between
education and job market needs to prepare the national workforce for
emerging technical roles. She also pointed out that high educational
attainment among Jordanian women has not yet translated into equal
economic participation, urging “greater” career and leadership
opportunities for women in the sector.

Azzam stressed that a “fair” energy transition must prioritize the
workforce, advocating for unified efforts between public
institutions, universities, private firms, and international
partners.

Her presentation featured a video showcasing efforts by the
ministry’s Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Fund to bring
sustainable energy solutions to local communities across Jordan.

//Petra// HA