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The GCC Sustainability Index: Where Does Oman Stand?
July 14, 2026by OSW Feature by Swathi Suresh
The GCC Sustainability Index: Where Does Oman Stand?

There isn't one single, officially branded index called the "GCC Sustainability Index."

Technical consultant sought for Oman's 4 GW solar PV programme
July 14, 2026
Technical consultant sought for Oman's 4 GW solar PV programme

Oman has taken another major step towards its clean energy ambitions

Oman’s mega pumped hydro bet: Investing in a 100-year energy asset
July 6, 2026
Oman’s mega pumped hydro bet: Investing in a 100-year energy asset

Oman's proposed 2 GW Jabal Abyadh Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES) project represents a landmark long-term investment in the country's clean energy future.

United Solar closes $1.6 bn funding
July 6, 2026
United Solar closes $1.6 bn funding

United Solar Polysilicon has completed a US$1.6 billion capital raise for its Sohar manufacturing facility, marking a major milestone for Oman's clean energy ambitions. Backed by the International

Oman plans four 1 GW mega solar projects
July 5, 2026
Oman plans four 1 GW mega solar projects

Oman's renewable energy ambitions are set to accelerate with plans to develop four new 1 GW solar projects across the Sultanate from 2028 onwards.

EDF to invest in energy storage and solar projects
June 30, 2026
EDF to invest in energy storage and solar projects

French energy giant EDF Power Solutions has strengthened its commitment to Oman’s clean energy ambitions by signing agreements to develop major energy storage and solar projects.

Imtidad opens new opportunities for Omani renewable companies
June 29, 2026
Imtidad opens new opportunities for Omani renewable companies

Oman's newly launched Imtidad community solar programme is creating new opportunities for Omani renewable energy companies, manufacturers and SMEs

Oman studies first pumped hydro energy project
June 29, 2026
Oman studies first pumped hydro energy project

Oman is evaluating the feasibility of its first pumped hydro energy storage project, marking a significant milestone in the country's clean energy transition

Electric trucks to spur transport efficiency and emission reduction
June 28, 2026
Electric trucks to spur transport efficiency and emission reduction

Electric trucks are gaining momentum across Oman's transport and logistics sector, offering a cleaner, more efficient alternative to conventional freight vehicles.

Oman plans integrated green industrial park
June 27, 2026
Oman plans integrated green industrial park

Oman is advancing plans for a landmark integrated Green Industrial Park that will bring together green metals,

Nama PWP launches RFQ for RO 400 million Solar IPPs
June 23, 2026
Nama PWP launches RFQ for RO 400 million Solar IPPs

Nama Power and Water Procurement Company (Nama PWP) has launched a Request for Qualification (RFQ) for the development of four major solar Independent Power Projects

North Oman Solar project successfully energised
June 22, 2026
North Oman Solar project successfully energised

The successful energisation of the North Oman Solar Project marks a major milestone in Oman’s clean energy transition.