Oman is pressing ahead with plans to procure about 1,600 MW of renewable energy capacity through a mix of large solar and wind power projects, as the country steps up efforts to expand clean electricity generation and cut its reliance on natural gas, reports Energetica India.
The projects are being developed through Nama Power and Water Procurement Company (Nama PWP), the country’s single buyer of electricity and water. The current pipeline includes the Al Kamil Phase I solar independent power project, with a proposed capacity of 450 to 500 MW, along with three wind power projects planned at Mahoot, Duqm and Sadah, which together account for close to 1,100 MW.
Nama PWP said the projects are currently at various stages of tendering and procurement and are expected to draw strong interest from both regional and international developers. Once completed, the new projects are expected to significantly raise the share of renewable energy in Oman’s overall power generation mix.
The latest procurement drive builds on recent additions to Oman’s renewable portfolio, including the Manah Phase I and Phase II solar projects, which together have a capacity of 1 GW, and the Ibri Phase II solar plant. All of these projects are already in operation.
Oman is aiming to scale up large renewable energy projects in line with its Vision 2040 strategy, with a focus on diversifying energy sources, reducing emissions and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the power sector.
