Jordan, one of the world’s most water-scarce nations, is accelerating its digital transformation in water management through a new partnership with ABB. The company has been selected by the German Agency for International Cooperation and the Water Authority of Jordan to implement the ABB Genix Industrial IoT and AI Suite across the country’s water infrastructure.
The deployment aims to improve real-time monitoring, optimize energy use, and enhance operational efficiency in critical areas such as pumping stations, treatment plants, and distribution networks. As part of the project, ABB will also train and support its local partner, Volt Automation LLC, to ensure effective implementation and long-term adoption of the Genix platform.
Genix integrates and contextualizes operational data from multiple assets, enabling utilities to identify inefficiencies, reduce energy consumption, and make faster, data-informed decisions. ABB highlights that digital innovation and energy-efficient solutions are essential for building a more resilient and sustainable water sector—particularly in countries facing acute scarcity.
Jordan, currently ranked 15th globally in water scarcity, has just 61 m³ of renewable water resources per capita each year. Population growth, agricultural expansion, and climate change continue to intensify pressure on its limited supplies. The initiative aligns with the country’s National Climate Change Policy 2022–2050, which prioritizes improved water supply, conservation, and infrastructure development as part of long-term resilience planning.
