Wind Power Project / 100 MW / Jordan

Project Overview:

In response to the Jordanian government’s call for international companies specializing in renewable energy projects, a wind power project was launched to support Jordan’s vision of increasing the contribution of wind energy to the national energy mix. The company signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) in the first half of 2016 with the National Electric Power Company (NEPCO), the official representative of the Jordanian government, for the construction of a wind power plant. Additionally, EPC turnkey contracts for design, supply, and installation were signed in the first half of 2018 with a consortium of GE and Elconor (Spain). The project achieved commercial operation in the second half of 2020.

Location and Scope:
The project is located in Tafila Governorate, approximately 130 kilometers south of Amman, the capital of Jordan. The total area allocated for the project is approximately 10 million square meters.

Project Components:
The project consists of 28 wind turbines, each with a capacity of 3.6 MW, manufactured by GE (USA). These turbines are distributed across the project site.
Project Development Studies: Mass Jordan Renewable Energy appointed leading international companies to conduct essential studies for the project, including:
BARLOVENTO: Specializing in wind measurement and analysis, conducted extensive studies of the wind characteristics in the area over a sufficient period.
ECO CONSULT: Conducted environmental and social impact studies in compliance with World Bank standards.
CESI (Italy): Carried out studies on the impact of electrical grid integration.

Project Timeline:
PPA Agreement: Signed in the first half of 2016.
EPC Contracts: Signed in the first half of 2018.
Commercial Operation Date (COD): Achieved in the second half of 2020.

Contribution to Renewable Energy Goals:
This wind power project represents a significant step toward Jordan’s renewable energy objectives, providing clean, sustainable energy while supporting environmental and social standards in line with international best practices.