​The University of Jordan (UJ) has announced the launch of an international research group specializing in sustainable energy, bringing together a distinguished team of local and international researchers.

The group aims to develop innovative solutions in the fields of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and advanced technologies, contributing to sustainability and the transition towards smarter and more efficient energy systems.

The research team includes specialists from various energy and engineering disciplines, featuring Dr. Osama Ayadi and Dr. Mohammad Rubaie from the Department of Mechanical Engineering; Dr. Sahban Alnaser, Dr. Mohammad Haj Ahmad, and Dr. Serene Al-Zaher from the Department of Electrical Engineering; Dr. Hussam Al-Khasawneh from the Department of Mechatronics Engineering; and Dr. Firas Sharaf from the Department of Architecture at the University of Jordan. Additionally, the group includes Prof. Mario Mutta, Director of the Renewable Energy Center at Milan Technical University in Italy; Dr. Loiy Al-Ghussain from Argonne National Laboratory in the United States; Engineer Omar Al-Rousan from the Directorate of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources; and Eng. Bilal Rinchi, a postgraduate student.

The group focuses on addressing key challenges in the energy sector through several areas, including developing innovative solutions to enhance the performance of solar and wind energy systems, researching energy storage technologies and improving the stability of hybrid energy systems, advancing sustainable technologies for water desalination, heating, and cooling, and utilizing artificial intelligence to optimize energy management and promote sustainability.

In addition to research, the group seeks to strengthen collaboration with the industrial sector to convert scientific discoveries into practical applications. It also aims to improve the energy infrastructure at UJ by supervising solar energy projects and developing sustainable air conditioning and cooling systems, thereby enhancing energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact.