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Building a sustainable water future for Jordan 

We helped USAID secure Jordan’s water future through infrastructure upgrades that strengthen resilience against scarcity. 

Client Name

USAID

Location

Jordan

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Jeff Montera PMP
Director of the International Development Group

Advancing water security through infrastructure 

As one of the world’s most water-stressed countries, Jordan faces severe shortages worsened by drought, population growth, and climate change. The country has implemented multiple critical water and wastewater system upgrades to enhance reliability, strengthen resilience, and protect public health. 

Delivering reliable potable water 

The Aqaba-Amman Water Desalination and Conveyance Project now provides desalinated water to millions of Jordanians. 

Water reuse at work 

The new plant’s wastewater serves as an alternative source for agri­cul­tural irrigation, boosting economic vitality. 

Improving energy efficiency 

Enhancements saved $11M, cut 85M kWh in power usage, and reduced CO₂ emissions, making supply more sustainable. 

Safeguarding for the future 

Teams limited greenhouse gas emissions by introducing a renewable energy generation facility as part of the scope.

Beginning in 1992, USAID and CDM Smith collaborated to advance Jordan’s water security through long-term, sustainable solutions. These projects are improving access to clean water, reducing environmental impacts, and ensuring resilient infrastructure that supports the nation’s growth and public health for decades to come. 

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Jeff Montera

Director

Jeff delivers sustainable technical assistance and manages planning, design, and construction for water, transportation, environmental and energy projects worldwide.

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