Muscat: Oman is accelerating its transition to clean energy with plans to generate 30% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030, in line with the goals of Oman Vision 2040. His Excellency Eng. Salem bin Nasser Al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals, announced that five to six major renewable energy projects—focused on wind and solar—are slated to begin development in 2025.
Oman’s strong wind energy potential will be a cornerstone of the next development phase, with upcoming projects concentrated in regions already assessed for their wind viability, primarily the Al Wusta and Dhofar governorates. Once operational by the end of 2027, these projects are expected to produce over 2,000 megawatts of clean electricity, significantly boosting the nation’s renewable capacity.
In a major advancement, Oman is also preparing to launch its first renewable energy storage project. The Ministry is working closely with Nama Group and the Public Services Regulatory Authority to explore both conventional and innovative energy storage solutions, aiming to enhance grid stability and maximize the efficiency of renewable power integration.
His Excellency also highlighted the successful development of the Manah 1 and Manah 2 solar power plants. Each is expected to generate approximately 500 megawatts of electricity, exceeding original projections. These large-scale solar initiatives are not only critical to diversifying Oman’s energy mix but also serve as a foundation for clean-energy-powered industries.
In parallel, Oman is paving the way for a hydrogen-powered future. Through collaboration between the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, and Oman Oil Development Company, the country is setting up hydrogen production and fueling stations in designated concession areas. This initiative is designed to support green transportation—particularly in the heavy-duty trucking sector—and to lay the groundwork for a vibrant hydrogen economy.
