Renewable energy contributes over 11% to Oman's electricity generation till May

18/08/2025 05:41 AST

The share of renewable energy in electricity production in the Sultanate of Oman has risen to 11.5% as of May, as part of the national strategy to increase renewable energy's contribution to power generation to 30% by 2030 and 60% by 2040.

The Directorate General of Renewable Energy and Hydrogen at the Ministry of Energy and Minerals stated that Oman has witnessed significant growth in renewable energy adoption in recent years, marked by the launch of several major solar and wind energy projects. These include the Dhofar 1 Wind Farm, the Ibri 2 Solar Plant, and the Manah 1 and Manah 2 Solar Plants, all of which support national energy transition plans and boost renewable energy's role in electricity production.

The Directorate added that key renewable energy projects slated for contract awards this year include the 500-megawatt Ibri 3 Solar Plant, the 100-megawatt Jalan Bani Bu Ali Wind Farm, and the 120-megawatt Dhofar 2 Wind Farm.

Additionally, several upcoming projects are set for implementation, including the 90-megawatt Sadah Wind Farm, the 300-400-megawatt Mahout 1 and Mahout 2 Wind Farms, the 280-megawatt Al Kamil Solar Plant, and a 220-megawatt solar energy project.

Renewable energy projects play a vital role in supporting Oman's economic diversification plans and advancing sustainable energy goals by diversifying energy sources, preserving the environment, and reducing harmful emissions.

The Sultanate of Oman continues to prioritise the development of renewable energy projects across its governorates, aiming to achieve a 30% renewable energy contribution by 2030.

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