Oman to launch its first renewable energy storage project
H E Salem bin Nasser al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals, has confirmed that five to six new wind and solar projects are scheduled to begin this year, with particular focus on wind power due to the sultanate's strong potential in this area. These projects are expected to begin generating more than 2,000MW of electricity by the end of 2027.
A majority of the wind projects will be located in Al Wusta and Dhofar, where long-term wind measurements have confirmed viable generation capacity.
'Ministry of Energy and Minerals (MEM) is working with Nama Group and the Authority for Public Services Regulation to identify the most suitable solutions for energy storage, whether through conventional or emerging technologies,' H E Aufi said. 'The first storage project will be announced soon.' H E Salem bin Nasser al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals
He added that the projects support Oman's energy transition strategy and create opportunities to develop industries powered by clean energy.
Oman Vision 2040 targets renewable energy to make up around 30% of the country's total electricity generation by 2030. In line with this, the Manah 1 and Manah 2 solar plants have been launched, with a combined capacity of approximately 1,000MW.
MEM is also working in coordination with Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology and Petroleum Development Oman to establish a hydrogen corridor. The initiative aims to set up hydrogen production and supply stations in concession areas, enabling the fuelling of trucks operating between these.
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