Collaboration Between Amman Arab University (AAU) and Ministry of Energy to Develop Scientific Research and Support Jordan's Transition to Sustainable Energy
In line with Amman Arab University's efforts to strengthen partnerships with leading national institutions, the University, represented by its President Professor Dr. Mohammad Al-Wedyan, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, represented by His Excellency Dr. Saleh Al-Kharabsheh, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources. The MoU aims to develop scientific, research, and applied cooperation in the fields of energy policies, renewable energy, and energy rationalization, in addition to enhancing joint collaboration between the two parties. This contributes to supporting national efforts aimed at achieving sustainable development in the Kingdom.
The signing ceremony was attended by Engineer Amani Al-Azzam, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources; Dr. Anwar Al-Assaf, Dean of the College of Engineering at Amman Arab University; Dr. Akram Mousa, Head of the Renewable Energy Engineering Department; Engineer Shahd Al-Mawas, a faculty member in the College of Engineering at Amman Arab University; and Mr. Anas Kasou, Assistant Director of the Media and Relations Department at Amman Arab University.
During the signing ceremony, Dr. Al-Widyan emphasized that signing the MoU aligns with the University's direction to enhance its national partnerships supporting Jordan's sustainable development journey. He highlighted that this cooperation strengthens the role of the Renewable Energy Engineering Department at the University, which has become an active member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), reflecting the University's commitment to developing academic programs and linking them to practical applications and modern technologies in renewable energy and resource efficiency. He indicated that the University, through such partnerships, seeks to qualify human resources capable of effectively contributing to the development of the energy sector, in line with the Jordanian national vision for transitioning to clean energy and environmental sustainability. He clarified that the University is progressing in activating applied scientific research in energy fields and encouraging innovation and entrepreneurial projects that contribute to achieving sustainable economic and environmental development.
For his part, His Excellency Dr. Al-Kharabsheh welcomed the delegation from Amman Arab University and stressed the importance of scientific research in developing energy sector projects. He pointed out the necessity of establishing a national energy research center and a specialized national laboratory to support research and scientific efforts in this field. He emphasized that scientific research is a fundamental pillar in finding innovative solutions for future challenges and contributing to supporting plans for transitioning to green energy, producing energy with higher efficiency and lower cost, while preserving the environment. He also highlighted the importance of focusing on research related to green hydrogen technology as a smoothing energy source at the Jordanian level.
Dr. Al-Assaf noted that signing the MoU represents a qualitative step towards enhancing the University's academic and applied role in sustainable energy fields. He affirmed that cooperation with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources will open new horizons for students and faculty members to participate in national research projects and practical applications that contribute to developing Jordan's energy sector. He explained that the College of Engineering at Amman Arab University is working to integrate concepts of sustainability and innovation into study and research plans, aligning with national trends for transitioning to clean energy and supporting the knowledge economy.
The memorandum stipulates the exchange of expertise and knowledge between the two parties in scientific and applied research related to energy, implementing joint research projects that contribute to developing innovative solutions in alternative energy and efficiency of use, in addition to organizing joint seminars and workshops, and exchanging scientific and technical data and information in the energy field. It also includes providing practical training opportunities for faculty members and university students at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and its partner institutions.
Both parties confirmed that signing the memorandum comes within the framework of enhancing integration between academic institutions and the government sector, supporting the implementation of the national energy strategy and strengthening efforts towards achieving energy efficiency and expanding the use of renewable sources.
