Oman Boosts Green Tech with Training Program for Businesses
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Oman’s Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) is offering a specialized training program to equip entrepreneurs with the skills needed to thrive in the green hydrogen and renewable energy sectors.
Focus on Growth:
- This five-week program targets SMEs and startups.
- It aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to enter the renewables industry and accelerate their business growth.
Comprehensive Curriculum:
- Delivered in partnership with TAFE NSW, an Australian vocational education leader.
- Covers a range of topics critical to the green energy transition, including climate change, biomass utilization, and electric vehicles.
- Workshops on business development, connecting with potential partners, and navigating international operations are also included.
- Expert instruction from international and local specialists in the field.
Oman’s Green Ambitions:
- The country aims to become a major player in the green hydrogen market, targeting an annual production of 1 million tonnes by 2030.
- This ambitious goal has the potential to position Oman as the world’s sixth-largest green hydrogen exporter.
- Projected revenue from exports and domestic use could reach $2 billion annually by 2030, with further growth expected in the long term.
National Strategy for a Sustainable Future:
- Oman’s National Strategy for Net Zero aims to significantly contribute to the country’s GDP by 2050.
- This strategy focuses on domestic investments in hydrogen infrastructure and expanding green power generation capacity.
Application Details (Please note the deadline has passed):
- The application window for the program closed on June 13, 2024.
- The training sessions were scheduled to run from June 23 to July 24, 2024.
While the application deadline has passed, this news highlights Oman’s commitment to a sustainable future and its efforts to empower businesses to be part of the green revolution.
