What is the solar energy potential in Jordan?

The solar energy potential in Jordan is enormous as it lies within the solar belt of the world with average solar radiation ranging between 5 and 7 KWh/m 2, which implies a potential of at least 1000GWh per year annually. Solar energy, like other forms of alternative energy, remains underutilized in Jordan.

How big is renewable power in Jordan?

Total renewables capacity had grown to about 500 MW in 2016 and to over 1.5 GW by early 2020 (Figure 10). Renewables now account for over a quarter of total installed power capacity in Jordan. This rapid growth has primarily been driven by capacity additions of onshore wind and solar PV technologies.

How many solar pumps were installed in the Jordan Valley & highlands?

Under the European Union (EU)-funded Renewable Energy and Energy Eficiency II Programme, 214 solar pumps were installed in the Jordan Valley and 106 in the Highlands. The project was developed by the National Energy Research Centre and the Ministry of Environment.

How much power does Jordan have?

Figure 1. TPES, by fuel (2009-2018) By the end of 2018, the total installed power capacity in Jordan was 5.2 GW, growing from 3.9 GW in 2014 (Figure 2).

What is the energy sector like in Jordan?

The transport sector is the largest energy consumer in Jordan and is reliant mainly on crude oil derivatives such as diesel and gasoline. Government eforts to decrease energy use in the sector have primarily relied on incentivising high eficiency vehicles, including non-plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles.

Why are new solar prices so low in Jordan?

The realised prices for new solar are substantially lower than the average cost of electricity procured by NEPCO. Since the third round, there have been no further rounds. This is a result of several factors, including reduced power demand growth and excess capacity in Jordan’s power sector.