Oman Plans Four 1 GW Solar Projects to Boost Renewable Energy Capacity

Oman has unveiled plans to develop four large-scale solar photovoltaic projects, each with a capacity of 1 gigawatt (GW), as part of its strategy to significantly expand renewable energy generation and strengthen energy security. The projects form a key component of the Sultanate's long-term energy transition roadmap and support its target of increasing the share of renewable energy in installed electricity capacity to 45% by 2030. The planned solar projects will be developed at Adam, Al Kamil (Phase II), Thamrait and Mahadha, with implementation scheduled between 2028 and 2029. Alongside these developments, Oman also plans to expand its wind energy portfolio, creating a diversified renewable electricity mix capable of meeting growing power demand while reducing dependence on natural gas-fired generation. The renewable energy expansion will be supported by upgrades to the national transmission network to ensure efficient integration of new solar and wind projects into the electricity grid. The programme aligns with Oman's broader objectives of improving energy resilience, enhancing fuel diversification and creating the infrastructure needed to support future clean energy industries, including green hydrogen production. The latest plans reinforce Oman's commitment to accelerating its clean energy transition under Oman Vision 2040. By scaling up renewable power generation, the Sultanate aims to reduce carbon emissions, strengthen long-term energy sustainability and position itself as a leading renewable energy and green hydrogen hub in the region.