Muscat – The contribution of renewable energy to electricity production in Oman was 11.5% as of May, reflecting the sultanate’s ongoing strategy to increase the share of clean energy to 30% by 2030 and 60% by 2040.

Ministry of Energy and Minerals highlighted significant growth in renewable energy in recent years, driven by the launch of major solar and wind projects. Key projects already functional include the Dhofar 1 wind farm, Ibri 2 solar plant, and Manah 1 and Manah 2 solar facilities, which form the backbone of Oman’s energy transition strategy.

The ministry confirmed that several major projects are set to progress this year. These include the Ibri 3 solar plant of estimated 500MW capacity, the Jaalan Bani Bu Ali wind farm (100MW) and Dhofar 2 wind farm (120MW).

Additional projects in the pipeline include the Sadah wind farm (90MW), Mahout 1 and Mahout 2 wind farms (each 300–400MW), Al Kamel solar plant (280MW) and another 220MW solar project.

The ministry stated that these renewable energy initiatives support Oman’s economic diversification and sustainable energy goals while contributing to environmental protection by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Efforts are also underway to expand renewable energy deployment across wilayats in line with the 2030 target of raising the sector’s contribution to electricity generation to 30%.