en.Wedoany.com Reported - Oman has launched the Imtidad community solar power plant program, with a total value of 5 million Omani Rials, announced by Engineer Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals, aiming to expand the use of renewable energy and reduce electricity bills for citizens.
The program is managed by the Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR). In its first phase, it will construct multiple community solar power plants nationwide with a total generation capacity of approximately 20 MW. The goal is to transform government subsidy expenditures into long-term productive assets while promoting clean energy adoption.
The program primarily supports low-income households. Citizens registered under the national electricity subsidy program are expected to save up to 40% on their electricity bills.
As part of the program's launch, Oman has activated its first community solar power plant, Imtidad 1. Located in Wadi Al Kabir, Muscat Governorate, the facility was built at a cost of approximately 300,000 Omani Rials, installed with nearly 2,000 solar panels, and has a generation capacity of 1.46 MW. It will serve as a model for future community solar projects nationwide.
The program is also expected to strengthen the local economy and create new opportunities for Omani businesses. Pilot projects are awarded through a competitive bidding process, involving Omani small and medium-sized enterprises and local renewable energy companies, providing technical experience for domestic firms and creating engineering and technical jobs.
The advantage of the community solar model is that residents can benefit without needing to install rooftop systems on their own properties, making renewable energy more accessible and affordable for a broader segment of society.
The program is implemented in collaboration with Nama Power and Water Procurement, Nama Electricity Distribution, Nama Dhofar Services, and Nama Supply, supporting the sustainability, energy security, and economic diversification goals of Oman Vision 2040.
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