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Water, Environment & Climate Change Centre (WECCC)

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Overview

The Water, Environment & Climate Change Centre (WECCC) is a leading provider of intelligent, sustainable solutions encompassing water quality, hydrological studies, air quality, environmental management, climate change, real-time water quality monitoring, and Resource-Efficient & Cleaner Production (RECP). Supported by the RSS’s accredited water and environmental laboratories, WECCC delivers world-class, customised solutions across all water and environment domains. With a legacy of innovation, we drive advancements in water resource protection, climate adaptation, and environmental resilience. Our services span water quality assessment, air quality studies, energy-efficient production, and behavioural change initiatives, fostering comprehensive environmental management and enhanced local resilience. WECCC also plays a pivotal role in advancing the circular economy through resource recovery, waste minimization, and sustainable production practices, while providing specialised services in carbon footprint analysis and greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory development to help stakeholders monitor, report, and reduce emissions in line with national and global climate targets.

 

Our Services

  • Water quality assessment and wastewater treatment and reuse
  • Real-time water quality monitoring
  • Air quality studies and consultancies
  • Greenhouse gas inventory estimation and climate change mitigation and adaptation studies
  • Environmental management studies (environmental impact assessment, environmental audit, risk assessment, life cycle assessment and chemical alternatives, eco-innovation, green chemistry, and chemical leasing)
  • Resource Efficient Cleaner Production (RECP) studies and capacity building
  • Solid, bio-solid, and hazardous waste management
  • Behavioural change and social studies for water and solid waste management
  • Environmental resilience, governance, and climate change awareness
  • Community-based integrated water management studies
  • Modelling and hydrological studies
 

Accreditation & Certification

The centre is certified according to the requirements of ISO 9001 by LRQA. Additionally, the Centre is also accredited according to the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025 by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) and the Jordanian Accreditation System (JAS -AU).

 

Key People

Specialized Units

 

Cleaner Production Unit

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Land Degradation Naturality (LDN) Unit

 

Emerging Pollutants Studies Unit

Our Divisions

Water Studies Division

The Water Studies Division (WSD) spearheads inventive approaches to safeguard and sustain water resources in Jordan. Our diverse, multidisciplinary team combines expertise in civil, chemical, and agricultural engineering, along with environmental science and sustainable development. Guided by the United Nations' SDG 6, WSD takes a comprehensive approach to address contemporary water challenges. Our projects span the entire water, wastewater, and pollution cycles, including hydrological modelling, advanced treatment and reuse methods, decentralised wastewater systems, water quality and public health assessments, community-based water resilience strategies, water-energy-food interconnections, behaviour change, environmental education, and social marketing.

Air Studies Division

The Air Studies Division (ASD) is dedicated to monitoring and enhancing air quality across Jordan. Our focus includes ambient air quality measurements, assessments of pollution from stationary sources, and studies concerning exhaust opacity from diesel engines and vehicles. In partnership with the Ministry of Environment since the 1990s, we operate 11 monitoring stations strategically positioned throughout Jordan to ensure accurate and comprehensive data collection. Beyond monitoring, ASD engages in predictive air pollution dispersion modelling, contributing to a cleaner and healthier environment for all.

Environment Studies Division

This division offers comprehensive environmental consultations and studies to diverse sectors, including private and public entities, as well as national and international agencies. With the Cleaner Production Unit, our division conducts environmental and social impact assessments, cleaner production assessments, life cycle assessments, risk assessments and management, chemical management, environmental noise pollution modelling, solid waste management, green chemistry, chemical leasing, and eco-innovation.

The division is developing a national circular economy roadmap in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Industry, Trade and Supply.

Climate Change Studies Division

The Climate Change Studies Division operates at the intersection of scientific exploration and socio-economic analysis, addressing the multi-faceted dimensions of climate change. Collaborating with both national and international stakeholders, we focus on critical themes such as greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory assessment, GHG reduction strategies, mitigation analysis, and climate adaptation initiatives. As a pivotal partner of the Ministry of Environment, we contribute significant data and analysis to national communications and Biennial Update Reports to the UNFCCC. Our mission extends beyond research, advocating for climate-conscious solutions, fostering awareness among students, communities, and diverse stakeholders, and championing resilience against climate challenges.

Central Environmental Monitoring Division

The Central Environmental Monitoring Department (CEMD) oversees comprehensive environmental monitoring systems and provides technical services to both public and private sectors. Since 2003, the department has managed the National Real-time Water Quality Monitoring Project, the first of its kind in the Middle East, delivering periodic reports to supporting ministries. CEMD is actively involved in executing air quality monitoring services through agreements with the Ministry of Environment, industrial companies, and various projects. Additionally, the department offers essential services such as the collection of environmental samples, including water, soil, and sludge, supporting the implementation of agreements and national projects. These services extend to diverse sectors, encompassing hotels, hospitals, factories, purification stations, and more.

Food Security & Biodiversity Studies Division

This division embodies Jordan's commitment to SDG 2: Zero Hunger by focusing on smart agriculture and demonstrating innovative practices such as hydroponic farming, sustainable agriculture, permaculture, and climate-resilient farming. It has been testing the use of LED grow lights to enhance plant growth and promoting the use of biological fertilizers and aquaculture to advance food security in Jordan. The division also plays a key role in advancing the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus approach by piloting integrated solutions that optimize resource efficiency, minimize environmental impact, and enhance agricultural productivity. These efforts contribute to informed policy and technology choices that support resilience in arid and semi-arid regions. Additionally, the division played a significant role in the development of the national food security strategy and actively participates in several national food security committees.