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Oman on track to become the largest green hydrogen exporter in the Middle East – IEA

Today, oil and gas represent around 60 percent of Oman’s export income, and domestic natural gas accounts for over 95 percent of the country’s electricity generation. The production of hydrocarbons has a dominant role in Oman’s economy with oil and gas representing around 60% of total export income in recent years. In 2022, Oman announced […]

Oman’s 2030 Green Hydrogen Target Is 1 Million Ton/Year

Oman has announced its ambition to produce 1 MTPA green hydrogen by 2030 under a new strategic initiative A new focused entity Hydrom has been established to oversee competitive selection process, award land blocks and manage associated projects 1st bidding round is to be launched on November 6, 2022 to award 2 land blocks in […]

Green Hydrogen and Oman Vision 2040

It is widely expected that the in-country production of Green Hydrogen can profoundly help decarbonise many sectors in Oman. And the country is on its way, says Dr M Ramaswamy, Former Technical Expert, Government of Oman Climate change is the highest-profile issue on the global sustainable development agenda. And Oman Vision 2040[1] is the Sultanate’s gateway […]

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3 September، 2023
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A review of recent renewable energy status and potentials in Oman

ِA study published in Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments journal revealed the recent renewable energy status and potentials in Oman. This study aimed to assess renewable production and consumption levels including recent renewable energy (solar, wind, biogas, and geothermal) plans and projects in Oman. In doing so, various renewable energy datasets were acquired mostly from […]

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3 September، 2023
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Potential and Economic Analysis of Solar-to-Hydrogen Production in the Sultanate of Oman

Hydrogen production using renewable power is becoming an essential pillar for future sustainable energy sector development worldwide. The Sultanate of Oman is presently integrating renewable power generations with a large share of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. The possibility of using the solar potential of the Sultanate can increase energy security and contribute to the development […]

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3 September، 2023
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Omani Hydrogen for Germany and the EU, by Dr Dawud Ansari

Germany and the EU plan to import hydrogen and its derivatives from the Arab Gulf states. Although Germany has signed a joint declaration of intent with the Sultanate of Oman to this end, its efforts focus primarily on Oman’s larger neighbours. However, it would be a mistake to overlook Oman’s potential role within German and […]

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3 September، 2023
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The Potential of Hydrogen Transition for Ports in the Sultanate of Oman

Hydrogen value chain from the producer of electricity & water, nitrogen, or carbon, down to the consumer. Source ILF. A new report commissioned by Asyad Group – Oman’s integrated logistics group – envisions the potential for the nation’s three main seaports at Suhar, Duqm and Salalah to be developed into ‘Hydrogen Valleys’ with a […]

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3 September، 2023
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Oman is moving towards creating a green hydrogen economy.. Big opportunities for new startups

The General Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones in Oman (OPAZ) recently announced the allocation of an area of 150 square kilometers, equivalent to about 21,000 football fields, in Duqm to generate solar energy for the production of green hydrogen. This comes on the heels of the announcement previously issued by Sohar Port […]

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3 September، 2023
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Oman holds potential for alternative energy: Study

Solar, tidal and wind energy resources can be the best alternatives to fossil fuel in future in the Sultanate of Oman, and experts called for an advanced Wind Energy Center in Duqm, according to a study conducted by the Sultan Qaboos University (SQU). The study conducted by principal investigator Dr Mohamed Eldesoky Hereher, Assistant […]

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3 September، 2023
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Strong potential for solar-based manufacturing sector

Calls by Tanfeedh — the National Programme for Enhancing Economic Diversification — for the vigorous adoption of renewable and alternative energy sources bode well for the growth of a robust solar-based manufacturing sector in the Sultanate, according to the head of a key industry grouping in Oman. Haider al Zaabi, Country Manager — Oman Solar […]

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