Amman: The Lower House's Energy and Mineral Resources Committee on Monday debated draft regulations to connect renewable energy facilities to the electrical grid, exempting renewable energy systems, and promoting energy conservation.
According to Jordan News Agency, Committee Chair MP Ayman Abu Hanieh stated that members reviewed technical and legislative regulations after studying feedback from official bodies, experts, and sector representatives. The aim is to develop a legislative framework that aligns with rapid advancements in the renewable energy sector.
The committee recommended flexible connection models, including net-value systems, zero-export systems, and hybrid systems, alongside the reinstatement of net metering for the residential sector. It also proposed regulating energy storage systems as an independent component, permitting their installation, operation, and connection under specific guidelines.
Hanieh mentioned that the recommendations included implementing a time-based tariff and a new mechanism for calculating grid service fees based on actual grid usage. Additionally, a regulated mechanism for surplus energy was proposed to ensure fairness among subscribers and maintain the sector's sustainability.