Abstract

The objective of this study was to study the market analysis and needs for renewable energy and energy efficiency (REEE) in Jordan. The study was based on one-on-one interviews with staff working in REEE related areas. Twenty-three companies in Amman and Irbid with a total number of employees exceeding 1,500 have participated in the study. Key findings of this study were: (1) The concentration of business activities of companies working in REEE in Jordan is within sales/installations, with majority of employees are working in sales and marketing of REEE systems, (2) Difficulties in finding qualified persons with skills related to technical aspects and to general knowledge of REEE, is a common problem for almost all companies participated in the study, (3) Companies indicated that although there is a clear need for qualified engineers, engineers with multidisciplinary skills (knowledge of finance, marketing, or economics) are also needed. These results show that there is a clear interest in broad and multi-disciplinary skills combining solid technical background with economics, finance, and management competencies.KeywordsEnergy market needsEnergy efficiencyCurriculumEducation

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