New project in Jordan

The Water Authority of Jordan (WAJ) has awarded Tractebel GKW (now GKW Consult) and its local joint venture partner Mostaqbal Engineering and Environmental Consultants the contract for consultancy services for the implementation of a feasibility study for "Water and Sanitation for Syrian Refugees and Host Communities - VII / VIII"

The deterioration of the security and humanitarian situation in Syria forced hundreds of thousands of Syrians to flee and seek refuge in neighbouring countries, placing a considerable burden on local Jordanian host communities and their basic social and economic services.

For 10 years, the German Financial Cooperation, through KfW, provides support. The new project phases concern the improvement of water and wastewater infrastructure in the Northern Governorates (incl. Irbid, Mafraq, Ajloun and Jerash Governorate).

Beside improvements to the water and sanitation situation, the measures shall counteract emerging conflicts and contribute to protect the environment as well as support Jordan in adapting to climate change.

The contract will be implemented over a period of 10 months and be completed by beginning of 2022.