Turning Solar Power into Industrial Heat
The First Industrial PV-to-Heat Plant in Jordan
The Rotografia Jordan PV-to-Heat Project marks the official launch of the first industrial photovoltaic heating plant in Jordan, delivering clean and efficient thermal energy for industrial applications.
With a total installed capacity of 1.2 MWp, the system converts solar photovoltaic electricity directly into useful industrial heat, replacing conventional diesel-based boiler operation.
Commissioned on August 19, 2025, and officially inaugurated by the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Dr. Saleh Al-Kharabsheh, the project represents a major milestone in advancing industrial sustainability and accelerating the adoption of renewable energy solutions in the Kingdom.
Key Figures
1.2 MWp
Installed Capacity
180,000 JD/year
Cost Savings
254,000 Liters/year
Fuel Savings
33.4%
Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
3 Years
Payback Period
381 Tons/year
CO₂ Emissions Reduction
Project Overview
The Rotografia Jordan PV-to-Heat Project is a pioneering industrial energy solution that utilizes solar photovoltaic generation to directly produce thermal energy for industrial processes.
Implemented at Rotografia Jordan – Walid Al-Kilani & Partners Industrial Co., the system replaces a significant portion of diesel consumption used in boiler operations, improving energy efficiency and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
This project demonstrates a new pathway for integrating renewable energy into industrial heat applications, one of the most energy-intensive and difficult sectors to decarbonize.
Technology
The system is based on a PV-to-Heat configuration, where solar photovoltaic panels generate electricity that is directly converted into thermal energy using high-efficiency electric heating systems.
This approach eliminates intermediate energy losses associated with conventional energy conversion and provides a flexible and scalable solution for industrial heating.
Main components include:
Solar PV generation system, power conversion units, electric heating system, thermal integration with boiler infrastructure, and PLC/SCADA monitoring and control.
How It Works
Solar panels generate electricity during daylight hours. The electricity is then converted and used to power high-efficiency electric heating systems, which produce thermal energy for industrial boiler applications.
The system operates in parallel with the existing oil boiler, ensuring continuous and reliable heat supply under all operating conditions.
Economic Impact
Reduces operating costs by approximately 180,000 JD annually.
Environmental Impact
Reduces CO₂ emissions by approximately 381 tons annually.
Industrial Impact
Ensures reliable heat supply with no disruption to operations.
Performance
The system achieves significant reductions in fuel consumption, saving approximately 254,000 liters of diesel annually, while delivering strong financial performance with an internal rate of return of 33.4% and a payback period of around 3 years.
It also reduces carbon emissions by approximately 381 tons of CO₂ annually, contributing to cleaner and more sustainable industrial operations.
Impact
Economic Impact
The project reduces operating costs by approximately 180,000 JD annually, providing strong financial returns and improving energy cost stability.
Environmental Impact
By replacing diesel-based heating with solar energy, the system reduces CO₂ emissions by approximately 381 tons per year.
Industrial Impact
The system ensures reliable and continuous heat supply through seamless integration with existing boiler infrastructure, without disrupting production processes.
Innovation
This project represents the first industrial-scale PV-to-Heat application in Jordan, introducing a new model for utilizing solar energy directly in industrial heating.
By converting solar electricity into heat at the point of use, the system maximizes efficiency and enables rapid deployment across industrial facilities.
Scalability & Replication
The PV-to-Heat approach is highly scalable and adaptable, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial sectors including printing, packaging, manufacturing, food processing, and chemicals.
It provides a flexible solution for industries seeking to reduce fuel consumption and transition toward clean energy.
Why This Project Matters
Industrial heat is one of the largest contributors to global energy consumption and carbon emissions. This project demonstrates a practical and economically viable solution for replacing fossil fuels in industrial heating applications.
It highlights the role of solar energy not only in electricity generation but also in directly supporting industrial processes.
Conclusion
The Rotografia Jordan PV-to-Heat Project is a groundbreaking step in industrial energy transformation in Jordan.
It delivers strong financial performance, emissions reduction, and reliable operation.
First of its kind. Financially strong. Environmentally impactful. Built for the future of industrial energy.
