Digital Roundtable on “Seawater Desalination and Green Hydrogen Production” Showcases Deepening Jordanian–German Energy Partnership

On June 18th, a digital roundtable focusing on “Seawater Desalination and Green Hydrogen Production” took place under the 2025 Work Program of the Jordanian-German Energy Partnership. The event, jointly organized by Jordan’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) and the German Energy Agency (dena), marked a key milestone in the deepening bilateral cooperation in the field of green hydrogen sector development, technical innovation and market ramp-up. 

The roundtable was officially opened by Her Excellency Engineer Amani Al-Azzam, Secretary General of the Jordanian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, followed by welcoming remarks from Her Excellency Dr. Dorothea Schütz, Deputy Director-General at the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE). 

Discussions centered on the strategic role of seawater desalination in addressing Jordan’s severe water scarcity, particularly in the context of the country’s ambition to become a regional hub for green hydrogen and ammonia production. As water and energy are deeply interconnected, desalination powered by renewable energy has emerged as a critical enabler for Jordan’s sustainable industrial future. 

Leading German technology providers—Siemens, Bosch, and Taprogge—shared technical expertise on developing infrastructure that integrates renewable power generation, desalination, and electrolysis for green hydrogen. The event also brought together key voices from Jordan’s emerging hydrogen ecosystem, including members of the Technical Committee on Green Hydrogen. 

The discussions reflected a high level of technical sophistication, especially in the area of advanced materials research—an essential factor for the long-term reliability and efficiency of desalination and hydrogen infrastructure. Prominent German research institutions such as Fraunhofer, along with ILF- und STEP Consulting, offered valuable insights into the science and system-level planning needed to advance these technologies. 

Further participants included representatives from Jordanian and German ministries, regulatory bodies, international project developers, regional development agencies, and subject-matter experts, creating a comprehensive platform for forward-looking dialogue. 

Participants agreed that the sustainable development of green hydrogen in Jordan depends on the careful management of water resources, ideally without impacting domestic supply. Emphasis was placed on leveraging synergies in desalination processes to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. 

The roundtable also highlighted the importance of close coordination between all relevant stakeholders. This collaborative spirit reflects the broader objectives of the Jordanian-German Energy Partnership and underscores the importance of continued dialogue and joint efforts to support a resilient and forward-looking energy transition.