What is Oman Solar?

Oman Solar is a company that uses the latest technology to convert natural resources into electrical power through solar photovoltaic energy. This solution is reliable and suitable for remote applications in the region due to the nearly year-round availability of sunlight. At Oman Solar, we harness the power of the sun.

What is the Sultanate of Oman doing with solar energy?

As of currently, the Sultanate of Oman is implementing solar energy applications for street lighting, traffic lights, and telephones in remote areas.

Why should you choose Oman solar?

At Oman Solar, we have latest technology by which we can use NATURAL RESOURCES and convert the NATURAL energy into POWER (ELECTRICAL ENERGY). The solar photovoltaic energy is a most viable solution for reliable and remote application in the region because of the availability of the sun for almost 365 days in the year.

How much solar will Oman need in 2022?

SolarPower Europe said the country will need to install a minimum of 13 GW of solar in total by 2030 to meet its target. It noted that Oman’s utility-scale PV capacity stood at 0.5 GW in 2022, thanks to the 500 MW Ibri II solar plant, developed by ACWA Power. The project started commercial operations in August 2021.

When will Oman launch a solar project?

In January 2024, Oman launched a public tender for another 500 MW solar project, Ibri Solar III, with commercial operations due to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026. Public tenders are expected for three new solar projects and five wind projects between 2025 and 2029.

Is Oman a good place to invest in solar power?

The recommendations form part of the “ Oman Solar investment opportunities ” report, the latest work from SolarPower Europe’s Global Markets unit. The report said that Oman’s current electricity mix is primarily based on natural gas, accounting for 96% (38 TWh) of power generation in 2022, compared to solar at 3.8% (1.5 TWh).