Jordan: Cooperation in action Analyses and policy reforms for evidence-led implementation of the Nationally Determined Contributions

    Jordan is one of the most water-poor countries in the world, and climate change is exacerbating the situation. The public drinking water supply and adequate water provision for agriculture are already in jeopardy, which is particularly affecting vulnerable groups within society – people in poverty and many of the several million displaced people hosted by Jordan, many of whom live in poor urban districts or temporary housing.

    View of the Jordanian capital Amman

    German development cooperation with Jordan

    In response to this, Jordan is pursuing ambitious climate goals, with a view to achieving climate-friendly economic growth and nationwide adaptation to the predicted impacts of climate change. Although Jordan's greenhouse gas emissions are relatively low, the country aims – with international support – to cut its emissions by 31 per cent by 2030 compared to a business-as-usual scenario.


    King Talal Dam outflow in Jordan
    King Talal Dam outflow in Jordan — © World Bank --pageNumber-- of --total--
    World Bank team visiting the King Talal Dam operation room in Jordan
    World Bank team visiting the King Talal Dam operation room in Jordan — © World Bank --pageNumber-- of --total--
    World Bank team using a Water Leak detection instrument in Um Al Shujairat (Amman) with Miyahuna Water Company team
    World Bank team using a Water Leak detection instrument in Um Al Shujairat (Amman) with Miyahuna Water Company team — © World Bank --pageNumber-- of --total--
    Miyahuna Water Company team showcasing for the World Bank team the areas to assess leaks in Um Al Shujairat (Amman).
    Miyahuna Water Company team showcasing for the World Bank team the areas to assess leaks in Um Al Shujairat (Amman). — © World Bank --pageNumber-- of --total--

    As a member of the NDC Partnership, Jordan is working with the World Bank's Climate Support Facility (CSF). This programme, which receives funding from the BMZ, assists the Jordanian government in analysing the best options for updating and implementing its Nationally Determined Contributions and achieving its development goals.

    The Climate Support Facility has been assisting the Jordanian government in developing a matrix that focuses political priorities and investment needs on implementing the NDC targets. A monitoring system has been set up to measure Jordan's progress. The resulting data provide the basis for evidence-based national adaptation policies and investment planning for a climate-resilient economy.

    One field of action is municipal waste management. In a review of the municipal waste management infrastructure, the CSF's support was instrumental in identifying pathways towards climate neutrality and the necessary measures to be taken along these pathways. One example is the water sector, which is an especially sensitive area. The CSF assisted Jordan in exploring opportunities for investment that will facilitate water conservation and energy conservation at the same time, for instance by using renewable energy for water supply and wastewater management systems. Such solutions reduce emissions while conserving precious water resources for the public supply.

    Working with the CSF has enabled Jordan to overcome structural barriers by launching political reforms and tackling economic challenges. As part of an inclusive, low-carbon energy transition, Jordan is also creating new, sustainable jobs and reducing fossil fuel use.

    The implementation of Jordan's NDC shows that ambitious climate action can only succeed if it is pursued across sectors and designed to be socially just.

    As at: 01/10/2025