The Specific objectives (Outcomes) of the project are:

-        Outcome 1: Public authorities in the region share a common vision of inclusive GCE inspired by EU best practices.

-        Outcome 2: Inclusive GCE principles, inspired by EU policies best practices, are mainstreamed in national policy and regulatory frameworks of the countries of the Southern neighborhood.

The targeted countries are of the project are:

-        In North Africa:                Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia;

-        In the Middle East:                        Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine. 

The action to be delivered by this consultancy contributing to the corresponding SO.2: Inclusive GCE principles, inspired by EU policies best practices, are mainstreamed in national policy and regulatory frameworks of the countries of the Southern Neighbourhood

Background and purpose of the Consultancy:

In the first year of the program, Expertise France- Green Forward formulated a specific action plan for developing "Jordan's Textile Waste Management for Investment" Roadmap. This action plan outlined a four phase of activities over the duration of the project.

The goal of this consultancy is to assist Expertise France in developing a Cost-Benefit Analysis of textile waste in Jordan for the Green Forward Program, which is under the first phase of the plan for Jordan.

Investment opportunities have been influenced by various factors, including the sector's inadequate data, missing mandates of the stakeholders, and different other funded projects in the sector.

The Expert will support Expertise France to finalize the Analysis of the Textile waste cost-benefit in the country to feed the further actions of the Jordan's Action Plan.

I. Objectives and desired results

1) General objective

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly qualified expert to conduct a Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) of textile waste management plants. The expert will assess the economic, environmental, and social viability of establishing and operating these facilities, considering key factors such as investment costs, operational expenses, revenue potential, regulatory compliance, and sustainability benefits.

2) Specific objectives

·       Develop a structured methodology for conducting the CBA of textile waste management plants.

·       Identify key financial and economic variables, including capital expenditures (CAPEX), operating expenses (OPEX), revenue sources, and externalities.

·       Conduct stakeholder consultations, including government agencies, industry players, and waste management organizations, to collect relevant data.

·       Assess policy frameworks, regulatory incentives, and market conditions affecting the textile waste management sector.

·       Quantify environmental and social impacts, such as carbon footprint reduction, job creation, and circular economy benefits.

·       Provide a comparative analysis of different plant models (e.g., mechanical recycling, chemical recycling, waste-to-energy).

·       Recommend policy and investment strategies based on CBA findings.

II.      Description of the assignment

Expected Deliverables

Phase 1: Inception and Planning (Week 1–3)

Deliverable 1: Inception Report (Week 3)

• Work Plan with Timeline and Methodology:
  • Conducting a kick-off meeting with key stakeholders to clarify objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Reviewing existing reports (e.g., Oman Vision 2040, environmental strategies) and align the study with global best practices (e.g., EU Circular Economy Action Plan, UNIDO Green Industry Initiative).
  • Define the scope of the cost-benefit analysis (CBA), focusing on textile waste management strategies.
• Preliminary Assessment of Data Availability and Key Assumptions:
  • Identify data sources (e.g., textile waste volumes, recycling rates, market prices for recycled materials).
  • List key assumptions (e.g., adoption rates of eco-design, market demand for recycled fibers).

Phase 2: Data Collection and Stakeholder Consultation (Week 4–6)

Deliverable 2: Data Collection and Stakeholder Consultation Report (Week 6)

• Purpose:
  • Gather CAPEX and OPEX data for textile waste management strategies (e.g., recycling facilities, upcycling initiatives).
  • Identifying and engaging key stakeholders (e.g., Ministry of Environment, textile manufacturers, waste management companies).
  • Collecting primary data through interviews and surveys and supplement with secondary research from UNIDO, OECD, and World Bank databases.
• Key Activities:
  • Visit recycling facilities and upcycling initiatives to gather cost data.
  • Meet with policymakers to understand regulatory frameworks and incentives.
  • Interview industry experts to validate assumptions and gather insights.

• Summary of Consultations with Stakeholders:
  • Document insights from Jordan, including CAPEX and OPEX estimates, regulatory barriers, and technical challenges.
  • Highlight opportunities for implementing textile waste management strategies (e.g., modular design, zero-waste production).
• Key Insights:
  • Regulatory barriers and incentives for textile recycling.
  • Financial viability of chemical vs. mechanical recycling.
  • Technical feasibility of innovative technologies (e.g., biodegradable textiles).

Phase 3: Interim Analysis and Modeling (Week 7–9)

Deliverable 3: Interim Cost-Benefit Analysis Report (Week 9)

• Initial Findings on Cost Structures and Revenues:

• • Market Analysis
  • Demand Analysis: Increasing global demand for sustainable textile solutions.
  • Supply Analysis: Assessment of Oman's textile waste generation and management gaps.
  • Competitive Landscape: Limited formal textile recycling facilities in the region.

• • Plant Models Considered (Technical Feasibility)
  • Mechanical Recycling: Converts textile waste into reusable fibers.
  • Chemical Recycling: Breaks down textiles into reusable raw materials.
  • Waste-to-Energy: Incineration process to generate energy from textile waste.
  • Building a financial model incorporating CAPEX, OPEX, revenue potential (e.g., recycled fiber sales), and externalities.
  • Applying industry-standard techniques such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) to calculate Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and the Payback Period.
  • Conducting sensitivity analysis to examine key risks (e.g., price volatility, regulatory changes) and scenario modeling.

• Risk Factors and Sensitivity Analysis Framework:
  • Identify key risks (e.g., fluctuating market prices for recycled fibers, policy changes).
  • Develop a framework for sensitivity analysis to test the impact of varying assumptions.

Phase 4: Final Analysis and Reporting (Week 10–12)

Deliverable 4: Final Cost-Benefit Analysis Report (Week 11–12)

• Executive Summary:
  • Summarize key findings and recommendations for decision-makers in a concise format.
• Preliminary Financial and Economic Insights:
  • Provide high-level cost estimates (CAPEX and OPEX) for key strategies (e.g., recycling, upcycling, waste-to-energy) based on data collected in Jordan.
  • Highlight potential revenue streams (e.g., recycled fiber sales, energy recovery) without detailed financial modeling.
  • Include a brief discussion of economic feasibility (e.g., which strategies appear most viable based on preliminary data).
• Environmental and Social Impact Overview:
  • Summarize potential environmental benefits (e.g., carbon emissions reduction, water and energy savings) qualitatively.
  • Discuss social impacts (e.g., job creation, circular economy contributions) without monetization.
• Policy and Investment Recommendations:
  • Recommend financial incentives (e.g., subsidies for recycling facilities) and regulatory adjustments.
  • Highlight best practices from global initiatives.

Deliverable 5: Presentation and Policy Brief (Week 12)

• Slide Deck:
  • Visualize key findings, including financial models, environmental benefits, and policy recommendations.
• Policy Brief:
  • Highlight actionable recommendations for stakeholders (e.g., policymakers, investors).