Category: Solar Energy

Oman reveals preferred bidders of 500 MW solar tender

Image Source: Mecrom India   The authorities in Oman have revealed the preferred bidders for a 500 MW solar tender for the Ibri III Solar IPP facility. Oman Power and Water Procurement Co. (OPWP) has shortlisted the preferred bidders for a tender it launched in January to select independent power producers (IPP) to build a 500 MW […]
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Oman’s first solar thermal water project set for launch

Image Source: Repsol Omani upstream energy firm ARA Petroleum is preparing to commission one of the world’s first solar thermal powered, zero emission desalination plants in the Sultanate of Oman – a groundbreaking facility designed to transform highly saline produced water into drinking water. Muscat-based ARA has tapped Austrian solar tech startup Heliovis to set […]
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APSR sets target of 31% electricity from renewables by 2029 in Oman

Image Source: Gedling Eye Oman Vision 2040 has laid down clear markers, aspiring to achieve 30% renewable energy by 2030 and 39% by 2040 The Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR) has set an ambitious goal to increase the share of renewable energy to 31% by the end of 2029, marking a significant leap from […]
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Marsa LNG launches groundbreaking solar-powered LNG project in Oman

Image Source: Global Flow Control Marsa LNG in Oman pioneers solar-powered LNG project, aiming for low-carbon output and innovative renewable energy utilisation in the Middle East In an unprecedented move in the Middle East, the Port of Sohar is set to become home to a pioneering LNG bunkering project, Marsa LNG, which will be entirely […]
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Oman Accelerates Renewable Energy Push with Ambitious Initiatives

Image Source: ETEnergyworld Oman has unveiled a series of groundbreaking initiatives that solidify its position as a leader in renewable energy adoption and environmental sustainability. These steps, announced during the Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR) media briefing, demonstrate a strong commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Wind Power Takes Center Stage: Five […]
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Oman plans 1.2GW wind schemes

Image Source: Earth.org Oman’s Nama Power & Water Procurement Company (PWP) has announced plans to procure five wind power stations with a combined capacity of 1,171MW. The planned schemes and their capacities are: Dhofar 2: 132 MW Sadah: 99MW Duqm: 270MW Mahut: 400MW Jaalan Bani Bu Ali: 270MW These projects are expected to be implemented by 2027 to […]
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Solar Power Blazes Bright in Oman: New Report Unveils Investment Opportunities

Image Source: PV Europe SolarPower Europe’s latest report, “Exploring Solar Investment Opportunities in Oman,” shines a light on the country’s promising solar energy sector. This comprehensive guide is designed to attract international investors and unlock Oman’s full solar potential. Investor’s Guide to Oman’s Sun: The report provides in-depth analysis of Oman’s business environment, economic trends, […]
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Oman Gears Up for Net Zero with Carbon Market and Monitoring Platform

Image Source: Oman Sustainability Week The Oman Sustainability Centre (OSC) is taking a bold step towards a carbon-neutral future by launching two key initiatives: a carbon market and a greenhouse gas (GHG) monitoring platform. Leading the Charge: OSC Project Director, Khalid Salim al Ghammari, emphasized the Centre’s role in supporting Oman’s transition to a Net […]
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Oman Cement Embraces Sustainable Future with Waste-to-Energy Plant

Image Source: Oman Observer Oman’s leading cement producer, Oman Cement, is taking a significant step towards sustainability by building a waste-to-energy facility at its Misfah complex. This innovative project aligns with Oman’s Vision 2040 goals and the company’s decarbonization efforts. Harnessing Waste for Energy: The plant will utilize Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF), a processed form […]
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Oman Paves the Way for Solar Power with Groundbreaking Polysilicon Project

Image Source: GPSC Oman took a significant step towards becoming a leader in the renewable energy sector with the groundbreaking ceremony for a new polysilicon factory in Sohar Port and Freezone. United Solar Holding Inc. celebrated the launch of this landmark project on March 11, 2023. This massive project, valued at over RO 520 million […]
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