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Ammon News - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has signed a groundbreaking agreement with WEE Pros GmbH, a leading provider of sustainable engineering solutions, to provide technical assistance aimed at strengthening capacities in green construction and water-saving compliance.

The collaboration is designed to support local administrations and private sector actors in meeting national policy frameworks related to environmental sustainability and resource efficiency at (BRCCJ)” Building Resilience to Cope with Climate Change in Jordan”, target governorates of Madaba, Karak, Tafila and Ma’an”

This strategic partnership will equip stakeholders with the tools, knowledge, and technical expertise necessary to adopt sustainable practices aligned with national green construction standards and water conservation policies. The joint initiative also aims to foster innovation and public-private collaboration in support of global sustainability goals.

The specific objectives of this agreement are to support local administrations (governorate, province and municipalities) as well as the private sector (e.g. masons, plumbers, electricians, architects, including women technicians) in adopting gender-sensitive tools and practices that will contribute to increasing water savings and climate change adaptation among communities.

Target stakeholders will be trained on how to comply with national green construction guidelines, existing water-saving policy frameworks, and practices related to adaptation to climate change as well as to address the limitations and bottlenecks preventing the adoption of climate change adaptation actions and specific water-saving actions such as those promoted in the green building code, moreover to raise awareness on climate change management planning and budgeting among local administration personnel with the inclusion of women.

“This agreement marks an important step forward in promoting sustainable construction and water-saving practices said Mr. Nabil Assaf, FAO Representative in Jordan. Partnering with WEE Pros GmbH allows us to leverage their expertise in green technologies, ensuring that local authorities and businesses are well-prepared to comply with national and international sustainability standards.”

Mr. Feras Matar, Managing Director & Cofounder of WEE Pros GmbH, added: “We are proud to partner with FAO in this important endeavor. At WEE Pros, we believe that innovation and sustainability go hand in hand, and we are excited to bring our technical know-how to help local governments and businesses achieve their green construction and water conservation goals.”

The agreement will soon initiate a series of technical workshops, hands-on training sessions, aimed at strengthening compliance with green construction and water-saving policies. These efforts will contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities).

This collaboration is under the framework of BRCCJ project activities, executed by FAO Jordan. This seven-year initiative aims to enhance climate-resilient sustainable development within the country. More specifically, the project intends to increase the resilience to climate change of water management systems and the farming community.

Finally, FAO remains committed to supporting Jordan in its efforts to address the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change. Through partnerships, innovation, and solidarity, we can build a more resilient and sustainable future for generations to come.