Oman Signs Deal for 2.7 GW Solar-Wind-Battery Project
Oman just locked in one of the world's largest hybrid renewable energy projects, combining solar panels, wind turbines, and batteries to deliver power around the clock. The 2.7 gigawatt facility will help the Gulf nation meet its ambitious clean energy goals by 2030.
A desert nation is turning its greatest natural resources into a clean energy powerhouse that could change how countries think about renewable power.
Oman's state-backed developer O-Green Energy just signed a major deal to build a massive renewable energy project that combines solar, wind, and battery storage in the cities of Mahmout and Duqm. The facility will generate 2.7 gigawatts of continuous clean electricity, enough to power hundreds of thousands of homes without relying on fossil fuels.
What makes this project special is the word "continuous." Unlike traditional solar or wind farms that only generate power when the sun shines or wind blows, this hybrid system uses massive batteries to store energy and deliver it 24/7. That solves one of renewable energy's biggest challenges.
O-Green Energy was founded by Oman in 2025 with one clear mission: build gigawatt-scale clean energy projects across the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The company already has 11 gigawatts of projects under development in 12 countries, with over 3.3 gigawatts already secured in Oman and Botswana.
The timing couldn't be better for Oman's clean energy ambitions. The country plans to develop 7 gigawatts of solar power, 3 gigawatts of wind power, and 3 gigawatts of storage by 2030 as part of its Oman 2040 vision. Ahmed bin Salim Al Abri, CEO of Nama Power & Water Procurement, says the nation is rapidly building local expertise to make it happen.
The project connects directly to a new wind turbine factory being built in Oman, creating local jobs and manufacturing capacity. O-Green CEO Mustafa bin Mohammed Al Hinai confirmed the hybrid plant will start producing power in summer 2028.
Just weeks before this announcement, O-Green signed another deal with Botswana Power Corporation for a 500 megawatt solar and battery project. The company is proving that reliable renewable energy isn't just possible in sunny, windy regions—it's becoming the practical choice.
The Ripple Effect
Oman's approach shows other oil-rich Gulf nations a blueprint for transitioning to clean energy while building new industries. By combining multiple renewable sources with storage, countries can retire fossil fuel plants without sacrificing reliability. The local turbine factory adds another dimension, creating manufacturing jobs and technical expertise that will serve the region for decades. When one nation proves continuous renewable power works at massive scale, neighboring countries take notice.
A desert once known primarily for oil is writing a new story about energy independence powered by sun and wind.
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Based on reporting by PV Magazine
This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
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