Oman is developing multiple large-scale green hydrogen projects, positioning itself as a key player in the Middle East’s renewable energy sector. Five of the ten largest hydrogen plants in the region are being developed in Oman, with operations expected to begin by 2030. These projects will use solar and wind energy to produce low-carbon hydrogen for domestic use and export.
The largest planned project is the ACME Duqm Hydrogen Project Phase 2, with a capacity of 497 kilotonnes per annum (ktpa). The project, led by ACME Cleantech Solutions Pvt Ltd, is scheduled to start operations in 2028 and will use solar energy as its primary power source. Another large project, the POSCO Consortium Duqm Hydrogen Project, is planned to produce 220 ktpa by 2030. The consortium includes Engie SA, POSCO Holdings Inc, PTT Public Co Ltd, Samsung E&A Co Ltd, and other stakeholders.
The Amnah Consortium Duqm Hydrogen Plant, with a capacity of 215 ktpa, is expected to begin operations in 2028. It is being developed by Blue Power Partners AS, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners KS, and other investors.
The Fortescue Future Industries Oman Hydrogen Project is planned to produce 200 ktpa by 2030. It is a joint venture between Actis Corp and Fortescue Future Industries Pty Ltd and will use solar and wind energy. The EDF Oman Hydrogen Project, with a 178 ktpa capacity, is being developed by Electric Power Development Co Ltd, Électricité de France SA, and Yamna Ltd, with operations planned for 2030.
Oman is also expanding smaller renewable energy projects. A 50-megawatt (MW) solar plant in Sohar provides electricity to industrial facilities. A 20 MW wind farm in Dhofar supports local communities. In Al Wusta, a 10 MW hybrid solar and battery storage system helps stabilize power supply in remote areas. A 5 MW floating solar pilot project is under construction at a water reservoir in Muscat.
