Amman, April 8 (Petra) –Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources issued its first quarterly report for 2026 on Wednesday, highlighting "tangible" achievements in financial reform and expanding the use of renewable energy.

The report also noted milestones in developing the gas and mineral resources sector, in line with the Sustainable Resources Strategy within Jordan's Economic Modernization Vision.

According to the report, the ministry is currently overseeing 12 green hydrogen production projects in cooperation with international companies.

A preliminary report on developing a shared infrastructure mechanism for hydrogen projects has also been issued, which would support attracting investments and regulating operations in this vital sector.

The report added that the Kingdom's renewable and energy efficiency sector witnessed "significant" progress in implementing projects aimed at promoting reliance on clean energy sources and improving consumption efficiency.

Installation of 399 solar systems for low-income families has commenced, out of a target of 1,086 systems for households who benefit from the National Aid Fund.

Additionally, 1,611 traditional streetlights were replaced with LED units in the Mafraq Governorate as part of the second phase of the energy efficiency improvement program.

An agreement was signed for installing solar thermal water heaters in 9 government hospitals in the Kingdom's Northern Region.

Regarding support for providing electricity to remote areas, the report confirmed 359 applications were approved under the "Fils Al-Reef" (Rural Electrification) program" out of 480 requests that were reviewed.

Support also extended to eligible groups, as 27 solar energy systems were installed for injured military personnel out of the target 175-strong list.

Finally, the final designs for municipal projects in the Northern Region were approved.

During the first quarter of 2026, the ministry continued its efforts to develop the exploration and production sector.

50% of the consultancy agreements for drilling 80 wells in the Risha field were completed, and actual operations commenced on the first package of two 500-meter wells.

Work is underway on drilling a third well to a depth of 500 meters. 3 new wells were connected to the production lines in the Risha field, contributing to increased production capacity.

The removal of interference from the 3D seismic surveys in the Jafr area was also completed, and the data processing phase has begun.

As for success of the financial reform plan in achieving a "real" reduction in energy sector losses for 2025, the process saved about JD113 million, due to reducing electricity-related losses and lowering operating costs.

This progress coincides with acceleration of work on strategic projects.

The ministry noted this performance reflects "balanced" progress across various aspects of the energy sector, while continuing to work on enhancing reliance on renewable energy, developing local resources, and improving financial and operational efficiency.

//Petra// AG