Category: Solar Energy

Oman Powers Up for a Brighter Future: New Grid Station Paves the Way for Solar Integration

Image Source: SolarQuarter A significant milestone has been reached in Oman’s journey towards a cleaner energy future. Local electrical contractor Trade Links & Services (TLS) has successfully completed the construction of a brand new 400-kilovolt grid station in Manah, commissioned by Oman Electricity Transmission Company SAOC (OETC). This impressive feat marks a crucial step towards […]
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Oman Boosts Green Tech with Training Program for Businesses

Image Source: Fast Company Middle East Oman’s Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) is offering a specialized training program to equip entrepreneurs with the skills needed to thrive in the green hydrogen and renewable energy sectors. Focus on Growth: This five-week program targets SMEs and startups. It aims to equip participants with the knowledge […]
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Oman and Mauritania Forge Stronger Ties: Energy, Trade, and Diplomacy on the Agenda

Image Source: Energy Capital & Power Foreign Ministers Sayyid Badr Albusaidi of Oman and Mohamed Salem Ould Marzouk of Mauritania met in Nouakchott, Mauritania, for a crucial round of talks. The aim? To solidify cooperation between their countries and explore new areas of mutual benefit. The discussion covered a broad range of sectors, pinpointing trade, […]
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UAE and Oman Forge $32 Billion Green Alliance

Image Source: WAM.AE The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Oman have embarked on a groundbreaking $32 billion green megaproject, aiming to become regional leaders in sustainable development. This ambitious initiative, reported by RenewablesNow, encompasses several key areas: Renewable Energy Powerhouse: The project prioritizes large-scale renewable energy initiatives, including solar and wind power generation. Specific details […]
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Oman To Connect Major Projects To National Grid, Boosting Energy Capacity

Image Source: PVTECH Over the next three years, Oman Electricity Transmission Company (OETC) plans to progressively connect approximately twelve major projects across sectors like Industrial, Oil & Gas, Mining, Power, and Crypto-Mining to the national grid. These initiatives collectively require over 1600 MW of power when fully operational. The largest among these projects is United […]
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Oman And Algeria Discusses Renewable Energy Collaboration

Image Source: EnergyCouncil Oman’s Foreign Minister, Sayyid Badr Albusaidi, and Algeria’s Foreign Minister, Ahmed Attaf, co-chaired the eighth session of the Omani-Algerian Joint Committee in Algiers, focusing on enhancing bilateral ties with a special emphasis on renewable energy cooperation. Both nations underscored the depth of their historical, cultural, and social connections, expressing mutual aspirations to […]
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Oman’s First Solar Power Plant Lights Up Ferrochrome Industry

Image Source: Times of Oman Sun Power for Sustainable Steel: Shell’s pioneering Qabas solar project in Oman is making waves in the Middle East. This 25-megawatt solar power plant, the first of its kind for the region, is powering a local ferrochrome smelting company, Al Tamman Indsil Ferrochrome (ATIFC). A Win-Win for Industry and Environment: […]
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TotalEnergies and OQ Launch Pioneering Green LNG Project in Oman

Image Source: Riviera Maritime Media Oman and TotalEnergies have embarked on a groundbreaking project, Marsa LNG, that redefines the future of LNG production in the Middle East. This innovative venture, located at the Port of Sohar, will be the first-of-its-kind solar-powered LNG facility, significantly reducing its environmental impact. A Long-Standing Partnership Strengthens: A visit by […]
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Oman: Qualified Candidates for 500MW Ibri III Solar Project Announced

Image Source: Idemitsu Renewables Nama Power and Water Procurement Company has revealed the pre-qualified candidates for the Ibri III solar project, aimed at diversifying Oman’s energy sources with a capacity of 500 MW. The Sultanate of Oman continues its energy diversification strategy with the announcement of the pre-qualified candidates for the Ibri III solar project. […]
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Nama Power Unveils Prequalified Applicants For Ibri III Solar IPP Project In Oman

Image Source: ECOVIS International Nama Power and Water Procurement Company has unveiled the prequalified applicants for the development of the Ibri III Solar Independent Power Producer (IPP) project, marking a significant step in Oman’s renewable energy ambitions. With a project capacity of 500 MW and an estimated investment of Omani Riyal 155 million, this initiative […]
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