Academia Institute of Technology, in collaboration with the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maribor, hosted Dr Bourhan Mohammad Tashtouch, Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the partner University of Science and Technology in Jordan, ranked amongst the top 2% of scientists worldwide on Stanford University's list. The title of the guest lecture was 'Best Practices and Projects in the Field of Renewable and Sustainable Energy Use in Jordan'.
The guest lecture emphasised the current state of renewable energy sources in Jordan, initiatives to promote their use, and opportunities for future development in this sector. This was followed by an overview of the current energy mix in Jordan and its dependence on fossil fuels. Dr Tashtouch presented government programmes and activities aimed at expanding the use of renewable energy sources in the country. In addition, successful renewable energy initiatives in Jordan were highlighted, including the Mujib Dam hydroelectric power plant project and the Shams Maan solar power plant.
The second half of the lecture provided a summary of Jordan's best practices in the field of energy efficiency and energy conservation, including building codes and regulations and energy-efficient technologies, presented future opportunities for renewable energy sources in Jordan, the potential for increased investment in this area, the role of the private sector in accelerating the development of sustainable energy, and opportunities for public-private sector collaboration.
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the energy sector and how both the public and private sectors dealt with them were also discussed. Following the lecture, there was a brief discussion about Jordan's position in the region in the field of renewable energy sources and how it cooperates with other countries to increase energy security and sustainability in the region.
Source: Academia (16. 3. 2023). Fotografije: arhiv Academie.
This English summary was produced automatically from the Slovenian report and is pending editorial review. Slovenska različica
