WASHINGTON, September 30, 2008- The following project was approved today by the World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors: IBRD Loan Amount: US$25 million Terms: Maturity = 17 years; Grace = 7 years Project Description: The purpose of the project is to assist the Government of Jordan in improving the operational, financial and environmental performance of its municipal solid waste system through: (i) environmentally upgrading and expanding the existing municipal solid waste landfill to meet Amman City’s disposal needs and generate electricity while mitigating green house gases; and (ii) improving the cost effectiveness of the existing municipal solid waste collection and transport systems and improve overall cost recovery. Media Contact Gabriella Aguilar (202) 473-3245 delnaggar@worldbank.org For project documents, please visit: http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P104960 |
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