Future electricity-demands and greenhouse-gas emissions in Jordan

Using the energy-and-power evaluation program (ENPEP), which is a simulatio n-model, detailed predictions for the primary and final energy consumptions . electricity demands and generation-capability expansion plans, during the period 2000-2015, in Jordan, have been computed. Also, based on the Govern ment's published policies and plans, greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions emanati ng from the electricity sector and the associated proposed mitigation measu res are discussed briefly. The future use of natural gas as a fuel, as a su bstitute for heavy fuel oil and diesel fuel, is recommended. Renewable ener gy technologies should be promoted, especially in proven applications, such as water heating and pumping, where their economics are attractive. Other actions, such as reducing losses in the generation system as well as the tr ansmission and distribution networks will contribute positively to CO2-emis sions mitigation in Jordan. (C) 2001 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reser ved.