Jordan Environment Society

Jordan Environment Society (JES) was established in 1988 as a non-profit non-governmental organization.
It is the largest NGO in Jordan in its field. The objective of JES includes, but is not limited to, protecting the
environment and its basic elements of water, air, soil and wildlife. Following the belief that the environment
is the both the endowment and responsibility of all people, JES
encourages interaction of various entities in environmental
solutions. Through its 15 branches around the country, JES raises
public awareness and promotes community action at the local
level. By accessing professionals in both the private and public
sector, JES enables the adoption of policies and the application of
international environmental standards. JES also aims to create a
sound equilibrium between economic growth and the environment
by promoting practices of sustainable development.
Understanding that the current environmental situation determines
the future, JES aspires to cultivate a culture where the
environment is a high priority. It initiates innovative projects that
will conserve and protect our natural resources for generations to
come.
Since its establishment, JES has hosted various unique environmental projects. Some of these projects
include: awareness in water and environment, eco-media, integrated pest control, biogas, recycling,
medical waste management, hazardous domestic waste management, solid waste management in Arab
countries, comedian environmental theatre and an eco-student network. To accomplish its goals, JES has
worked in partnership with many national, regional and international institutions. Some of our supporting
agencies are: The Jordanian government and private sectors, USAID, WEPIA, UNDP, GTZ, Arab Fund for
Economic and Social Development (AFESD), Fridrich Naumann Foundation, Canadian International
Cooperation Agency (CIDA), WHO, and the French and Swedish governments.
In early 2003, a memorandum of understanding was signed with the Ministry of Environment for
cooperation in all environmental issues. Many environmental challenges have been dealt with at the
national level and proper solutions were set forth. JES worked hand in hand with the legislative authority,
especially the Health and Environment Committee at the House of Representatives, with the aim to develop
the current environment laws and regulations.
JES also issues a number of publications, such as the quarterly magazine "The Environment", which
educates the reader about current environmental issues around the world. JES also publishes a periodical,
called "The message of Environment Journal", that documents the activities that JES and its branches are
carrying out. JES has specialized committees to cater to all environmental issues. It hosts a legal
committee, scientific, cultural, media, and agricultural committee, as well as the environment volunteers
committee.
In cooperation with the Ministry of Environment, and through the former Program of King Hussein
Environmental Management Training Program, JES has been holding Training of Trainers (ToT) courses in
the environmental management field since 2003. JES offers courses on environmental audit, state of
environmental reporting, environmental law, environmental awareness, and participatory appraisal. We also
offer a specialized course in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), which is necessary for achieving
sustainable development and meeting legal requirements for investment projects. At the completion of each
course, the participant is granted a comprehensive certificate signed by the Ministry of Environment and
JES.