By Our Correspondent

Muscat – The Oman Petroleum and Energy Show (OPES) and Oman Sustainability Week (OSW) 2025 – the sultanate’s largest energy and sustainability events – were officially inaugurated on Monday at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. The events are being held under the supervision of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals and will run until May 14.

The opening ceremony took place under the patronage of H H Sayyid Taimur bin Asaad al Said, in the presence of several distinguished ministers, ambassadors, senior officials, and representatives from various concerned entities, underscoring the growing national interest in a sustainable and balanced future.

This year marks the first time that OSW and OPES are being held together as an integrated platform, emphasising the importance of securing and sustaining energy while showcasing the sultanate’s commitment to achieving a balanced and progressive future.

Commenting on the significance of the events, H E Eng Salim bin Nasser al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals, said, “OPES and OSW 2025 are nationally significant events that underscore Oman’s ongoing commitment to advancing sustainable energy, and achieving a balance between innovation, economic growth, and environmental preservation. The OPES 2025 reinforces the country’s vision for a sustainable energy future by supporting efforts to reduce carbon emissions and achieve carbon neutrality. OSW 2025 is closely aligned with Oman Vision 2040 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, playing a vital role in promoting the green circular economy and achieving the nation’s ambition to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.”

“Together, these events serve as dynamic platforms for knowledge exchange, fostering innovation, and building strategic partnerships – driving national capacity development and enhancing economic resilience.”

The theme of Oman Sustainability Week 2025 is ‘Sustainable Growth – Balancing Progress and Preservation’, while the theme for the Oman Petroleum and Energy Show 2025 is ‘Navigating the Energy Transition through Innovation in Oil and Gas’. This joint platform aims to foster meaningful discussions and innovative solutions in these critical areas.

Throughout the week, OPES and OSW 2025 will feature a dynamic programme comprising exhibitions, strategic conferences, C-level roundtables, technical workshops, and site visits.

The event is expected to attract more than 30,000 visits from over 50 countries, with participation from more than 350 exhibiting companies and 2,400 delegates representing diverse global sectors. This strong international turnout highlights Oman’s growing prominence as a hub for global dialogue on energy and sustainability. Moreover, the influx of international participants is anticipated to generate significant economic value across peripheral sectors such as tourism, hospitality, and transport, contributing meaningfully to the nation’s broader diversification goals.

Oman Net Zero Centre launched

During the Oman Petroleum and Energy Show (OPES) and Oman Sustainability Week (OSW) 2025, H H Sayyid Taimur bin Asaad al Said on Monday inaugurated the Oman Net Zero Centre, which operates under the Ministry of Energy and Minerals.

The newly launched centre focuses on several key areas, particularly the preparation and continuous updating of the national plan to achieve net-zero emissions. It also oversees the implementation of relevant projects and initiatives, offering support and consultation to institutions and stakeholders to help meet national net-zero targets.

In addition, the centre is responsible for defining and updating Oman’s national strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. It provides technical guidance and support to both government bodies and private sector organisations on the net-zero transition and energy efficiency.

The Oman Net Zero Centre also monitors progress, promotes awareness, and builds capacity to ensure the effective implementation of related programmes and initiatives. These efforts reflect a strong commitment to addressing climate change and advancing clean, renewable energy solutions.

The initiative aligns with Oman’s pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. It has also accelerated the development of the renewable energy sector, established supportive legal frameworks and policies, and introduced incentives to attract foreign investment, support local industries, and localise clean energy technologies.