Jordan has launched a new initiative to tackle plastic pollution in its food and beverage sector, targeting the elimination of single-use plastics and the reduction of associated greenhouse gas emissions.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Jordan’s Ministry of Environment unveiled the “Circular Solutions to Plastic Pollution” project, funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), which aims to cut 5,000 tons of plastic waste and 17,000 tons of GHG emissions over the next five years.
Dr. Ayman Suleiman, Minister of Environment, highlighted that public–private partnerships are central to the country’s transition toward a circular economy, emphasizing the project’s role in strengthening legislative and regulatory frameworks while promoting industrial innovation for sustainable alternatives. The initiative is aligned with Jordan’s Economic Modernization Vision, which seeks to integrate environmental sustainability with economic productivity and social equity.
Randa Aboul-Hosn, UNDP Resident Representative in Jordan, underscored the project’s contribution to advancing Sustainable Development Goals 11, 12, 13, and 14. She emphasized the critical need to address the growing volume of plastic waste to mitigate environmental and health risks and highlighted the importance of establishing a national platform to facilitate knowledge sharing, promote best practices, and leverage international experience for circular economy adoption.
The launch, held in Amman and attended by representatives from GEF, UNDP, and private sector stakeholders, also focused on forward-looking strategies for environmental regulation, financing, and public–private collaboration. The initiative complements UNDP Jordan’s broader portfolio of solid waste management projects, including recycling plants designed to attract investment and support sustainable waste management practices across the country.
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