Overview
MaSP EJRE is a 20 MW operational solar PV facility in Jordan. It contributes to the country's renewable energy targets under the national energy strategy.
MaSP EJRE is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Jordan, with an installed capacity of 20 megawatts (MW). The facility is operational and plays a role in Jordan's growing renewable energy sector, which aims to increase the share of renewables in the energy mix. The plant uses solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. With a capacity of 20 MW, it falls into the small-to-medium scale range for utility-scale solar projects. Jordan has implemented supportive policies for renewable energy, including feed-in tariffs and net metering, to attract investment in solar and wind power. As a solar PV facility, MaSP EJRE generates clean electricity without direct emissions, supporting Jordan's goals for energy independence and climate mitigation. The plant's output is fed into the national grid, helping to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels and contributing to local energy security.
Environmental context
Jordan's arid climate and high solar irradiance make it ideal for solar PV generation. The facility's location in a desert region minimizes land-use conflicts, though large-scale solar installations can impact local ecosystems and require careful siting to avoid sensitive habitats. The plant's operation displaces fossil fuel-based electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
Frequently asked questions
MaSP EJRE is a solar PV facility located in Jordan, with coordinates approximately 30.147 N, 35.817 E.
MaSP EJRE has an installed capacity of 20 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar PV plant.
MaSP EJRE uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
Jordan has a national renewable energy strategy with targets to increase the share of renewables. The country offers feed-in tariffs, net metering, and other incentives to attract investment in solar and wind power.
By generating electricity from solar energy, MaSP EJRE reduces greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution compared to fossil fuel-based power plants, supporting Jordan's climate goals.