The German Jordanian University (GJU), represented by its President, Prof. Ala’aldeen Al-Halhouli, inaugurated two permanent specialized training facilities affiliated with the German Energy Academy (GEA) project in Jordan at the university’s main campus. The new facilities include a classroom dedicated to theoretical instruction and a fully equipped practical training laboratory featuring advanced energy systems and tools supported by the International Climate Initiative (IKI) and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Jordan.
This milestone represents a significant advancement in the development of the Academy’s training ecosystem and reaffirms its commitment to providing a modern learning environment that integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical application.
During the inauguration, Prof. Dr. Al-Halhouli emphasized the importance of the strategic partnership with the German Energy Academy, describing it as a pioneering initiative that plays a vital role in qualifying and empowering young engineers and technicians of both genders. He highlighted the partnership’s contribution to building workforce capacities aligned with labor market needs and its role in
supplying both the Jordanian and German markets with skilled professionals, particularly in the energy and renewable energy sectors. He also commended the dedication and cooperation of all partners and the university team, whose collective efforts have resulted in impactful achievements in this critical field.
In turn, Prof. Aiman Albatayneh, faculty member and Project Manager of the Academy at GJU, expressed his sincere appreciation to the university, GIZ, and all national and international partners for their continued support and collaboration. He affirmed that the Academy has become a leading hub for hands-on energy training in Jordan, particularly in the field of energy efficiency.
Prof. Albatayneh further noted that the Academy plays a key role in supporting Jordan’s Economic Modernization Vision through contributing to national energy efficiency initiatives and capacity-building programs. These efforts include upcoming plans to train thousands of government employees, in addition to developing a new Academy website and an online learning platform currently under construction. He also highlighted the Academy’s ongoing efforts to obtain national and international accreditations, including alignment with the National Qualifications Framework and AHK standards, to ensure high-quality, internationally recognized training.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by the Dean and faculty members of the School of Sustainable Systems Engineering, representatives of the German Energy Academy, the Jordanian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, project partners, and GIZ.
The event also marked the launch of a specialized training course in Heat Pump Technologies, which will be delivered as an intensive two-week training, comprising six hours of hands-on practical training per day, with the participation of 25 trainees. Nearly half of the participants are refugees and female trainees, underscoring the Academy’s strong commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunities.
The German Energy Academy in Jordan is supported by Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN) through the International Climate Initiative (IKI) and implemented by The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Jordan.
