Last Updated on January 6, 2026 by Author
Nama Power and Water Procurement Company (Nama PWP), the single buyer of electricity and desalinated water in Oman, is advancing an expanding renewable energy pipeline with around 1,600 MW of new solar and wind capacity currently under procurement, reinforcing the Sultanate’s push to decarbonise its power sector.
The procurement activity follows a year of strong progress in 2025, during which Nama PWP oversaw a significant increase in renewable energy capacity across the country. According to Abdullah Al Sawafi, Chief Energy Transition Officer at Nama PWP, the current pipeline includes large-scale solar and wind projects that will play a critical role in meeting Oman’s clean energy targets.
Among the key projects under procurement is Al Kamil Phase I Solar Independent Power Project (IPP), which is targeting a capacity of 450–500 MW. In parallel, Nama PWP is advancing plans for three mega wind farms located at Mahoot, Duqm, and Sadah, with a combined installed capacity of approximately 1,100 MW.
In a recent post, Al Sawafi highlighted that the new procurement initiatives build on a year marked by major milestones in Oman’s renewable energy journey. He noted that the year began with the successful commissioning of Manah Phase I and Manah Phase II Solar IPPs, which together deliver 1,000 MW of installed capacity and generate more than 3 TWh of electricity annually. These projects represent Oman’s third and fourth renewable energy developments, complementing the Harweel Wind Farm and Ibri Phase II Solar Project.
Al Sawafi further pointed out that momentum continued with the completion of tendering and procurement for Ibri Phase III, Oman’s first co-located renewable energy project, integrating 500 MW of solar capacity with a 100 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) connected to the national grid. This was followed by the successful tendering of Dhofar Phase II Wind Farm, which will add 120 MW to the Dhofar electricity system, and the awarding of JBB Wind Farm Phase I, another 120 MW project that will become the first wind farm connected to Oman’s Main Interconnected System.
Also planned for concurrent procurement is a new solar IPP in the Wilayat of Al Kamil wal Wafi in South Al Sharqiyah Governorate. With a proposed Phase I capacity of 450–500 MW, the Al Kamil Solar IPP is expected to strengthen utility-scale solar deployment in Oman, support the country’s 30% renewable energy target by 2030, and reduce reliance on gas-fired generation during daytime hours.
The three mega wind projects were first unveiled by Nama PWP in March 2024. The Mahoot Wind IPP, located in Al Wusta Governorate, is expected to be among Oman’s largest wind projects, with estimated capacity ranging from 342–400 MW. A similar project planned at Duqm will leverage the region’s strong coastal wind regime and is expected to support industrial growth near the Special Economic Zone at Duqm.
Meanwhile, the Sadah Wind IPP will further expand Dhofar’s renewable portfolio, building on proven wind resources demonstrated by the Dhofar I Wind Power Project and the under-development Dhofar II Wind Farm, while reducing dependence on gas-based generation.
Looking ahead, Al Sawafi said Nama PWP is committed to accelerating the pace of Oman’s energy transition. “As we look ahead to 2026, we embrace the challenge of making even greater strides in energy transition—setting new benchmarks, exceeding targets, and reinforcing our commitment to sustainability,” he stated.
