Broccoli for Development and Capacity Building, in partnership with Bayt AL Ebdaa for Renewable Energy, has successfully concluded the “Solar Pioneers – Phase I” – Ruwad Al Shams – training workshop, a specialized program designed to enhance solar energy expertise among Syrian refugees participants in Jordan. The intensive week-long workshop, which concluded on 31 July 2025, equipped trainees with comprehensive skills in solar energy system design, installation, and maintenance.
Workshop Highlights and Objectives
The “Solar Pioneers” initiative focused on:
- Building technical capacity in solar photovoltaic (PV) system design and implementation
- Enhancing employability in Syria and Jordan’s growing renewable energy sector
- Supporting sustainable development through green skills training
- Promoting social integration through professional upskilling
The curriculum covered advanced topics including:
✓ Fundamentals of solar energy conversion technologies
✓ Optimal design standards for solar systems
✓ Best practices in installation and project execution
✓ Effective operation and maintenance of solar projects
Commitment to Green Economy and Community Empowerment
“This workshop reflects our dedication to creating tangible opportunities in emerging green sectors,” said Saed Tuffaha, Vice President Innovation and Ventures Growth at Broccoli for Development and Capacity Building. “By equipping participants with renewable energy expertise, we’re supporting both sustainable development and economic resilience for displaced communities.”
Eng. Nader Halbouni from the Bay Al Ebdaa for Renewable Energy added: “The solar energy sector offers tremendous potential for skilled technicians. This collaboration has created pathways for participants to access meaningful employment while contributing to Jordan’s renewable energy transition.”
About the Partners
- Broccoli for Development and Capacity Building: A Jordanian NGO specializing in vocational training, youth empowerment, and sustainable development initiatives.
- Renewable Energy Innovation House: A technical leader in renewable energy education and innovation.
