OQ Alternative Energy (OQAE)- a subsidiary of OQ - has confirmed the arrival of the first batch of wind turbines for the Riyah 1 and Riyah 2 wind farms.
Developed in
partnership with TotalEnergies, the two projects will feature a combined total
of 36 turbines with a total generation capacity of 200 MW of clean electricity
produced from wind power, reported ONA.
The arrival of the
turbines marks a pivotal step in Oman’s transition towards clean energy and
represents a major stride toward achieving the goals of Oman’s Vision 2040 and
the country’s Net Zero commitment by 2050.
Once operational, the
projects are expected to save millions of cubic meters of natural gas annually
and reduce carbon emissions by approximately 740,000 tonnes per year.
The delivery
represents continued progress in realising Oman’s renewable energy ambitions
and reaffirms the nation’s commitment to building a sustainable economy powered
by clean energy.
Commenting on the
achievement, Eng. Ghalib Al Maamari, Acting Chief Executive Officer of OQ
Alternative Energy, said: “The arrival of the turbines for Riyah 1 and Riyah 2
marks a new chapter in Oman’s renewable energy journey. Riyah Wind Projects
demonstrate OQ’s unwavering determination to harness renewable resources at
scale and lead the region’s energy transition. Through this partnership, we
combine our local expertise with TotalEnergies’ global experience in renewable
development, turning Oman’s renewable potential into real progress”.
The projects are being
developed under a long-term Power Purchase Agreement with Petroleum Development
Oman (PDO) to offtake the electricity generated from these wind farms.
They will undertake a key role in meeting the
growing industrial demand for renewable energy and in powering the future of
Oman’s green hydrogen initiatives.
This milestone
reflects OQAE’s commitment to leading Oman’s renewable energy transition by
expanding its clean energy portfolio and advancing a more sustainable,
competitive national economy.
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