MENA Weekly Roundup: Renewables Make Up 11.5% of Oman’s Power Mix
Here are some noteworthy cleantech news and announcements from around the Middle East and North Africa region this week
August 19, 2025
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Renewable energy contributed 11.5% of Oman’s electricity generation as of May 2025, according to the Ministry of Energy and Minerals. The country is targeting 30% renewables by 2030 and 60% by 2040. Existing projects like the Dhofar 1 wind farm, the Ibri 2 solar plant, and the Manah solar projects anchor the strategy. Upcoming developments include Ibri 3 solar (500 MW), Jaalan Bani Bu Ali wind (100 MW), Dhofar 2 wind (120 MW), and major wind projects in Sadah and Mahout. Solar projects like Al Kamel (280 MW) and a 220 MW plant are also advancing.