Amman - Jordan recently took significant strides towards promoting green growth, aligning with its Economic Modernization Vision, through a specialized workshop held by the Water, Environment, and Climate Change Center at the Royal Scientific Society (RSS). This five-day training, part of the Green Chemistry Project, focused on applying green chemistry principles across industries to foster sustainable practices.
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Organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Yale University, and supervised by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the workshop gathered experts from around the world.
Specialists from Yale University and Queen's University led the sessions, highlighting the importance of green chemistry in shifting towards a green economy. Giuseppe Filip, a noted expert from Queen’s University, introduced participants to the twelve principles of green chemistry, emphasizing resource efficiency, the use of recycled raw materials, and the reduction of chemical risks in industrial applications.
Lars Ratjan, the global project manager from Yale University, showcased case studies of international companies that have integrated green chemistry, illustrating how sustainable practices can boost competitiveness and lead to global success.
Matthew Moroni further enriched the program by offering specialized training on green chemistry innovation and entrepreneurship, demonstrating how business accelerators can support the adoption of sustainable practices.
Hossam Al-Kilani, Project Director, emphasized that this initiative is the first of its kind in the region and reflects Jordan’s commitment to green growth. The project is organized through the RSS’s Cleaner Production Unit, with a focus on three main components: a pilot implementation in a Jordanian factory, the development of green chemistry start-ups through a dedicated business accelerator, and the promotion of sustainable industrial practices.
The workshop also featured interactive working groups that developed actionable plans for integrating green chemistry into local industries. Led by Engineers Omar Al-Saleh and Musab Al-Hour from RSS, participants turned theoretical knowledge into practical applications. These sessions enabled them to explore how green chemistry can contribute to achieving circular economy objectives by reducing hazardous chemical usage and greenhouse gas emissions.
Extending until 2028, the Green Chemistry Project is a global initiative that Jordan and other countries are participating in, aiming to foster green entrepreneurship and drive research towards sustainable development. The project also seeks to minimize health and environmental risks associated with hazardous chemicals, contributing to the overall reduction of greenhouse gases.
Representatives from government agencies, academic institutions, industrial chambers, private companies, and business accelerators participated in the workshop. At the conclusion, Moayad Khalil, Director of the Water, Environment, and Climate Change Center, awarded certificates to the participants, underscoring Jordan's commitment to advancing sustainable practices aligned with its broader economic goals.
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