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Oman joins global hydrogen partnership to advance green energy ambitions

From Times of Oman · () English

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  • Oman has joined the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy, expanding its participation in international hydrogen cooperation.
  • The membership will support work on policies, standards, safety requirements, research, pilot projects and skills development for the hydrogen sector.
  • Energy Minister Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi said the move supports Oman’s goal of building a globally competitive green hydrogen economy and the objectives of Oman Vision 2040.

Oman has joined the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy, giving the Sultanate a larger role in international efforts to develop hydrogen and fuel-cell technologies.

The partnership covers transport, industry, power generation and energy storage. Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals said membership would expand cooperation with participating countries and provide access to international practices in policy, regulation and technical standards.

The partnership also offers a platform for developing green hydrogen value chains, aligning standards and safety requirements, and supporting trade in hydrogen and its derivatives. Oman will be able to take part in research, innovation programmes and joint pilot projects, while using international initiatives to build specialist national skills.

Oman is keen to play an active role in strengthening international cooperation in hydrogen.

· Salim bin Nasser Al AufiOman’s energy minister highlighted the country’s intended role in international hydrogen cooperation.

The move supports Oman’s broader effort to establish a green hydrogen sector by using its solar and wind resources. The country is seeking an integrated industry that contributes to sustainable development, net-zero targets and economic diversification under Oman Vision 2040.

Energy and Minerals Minister Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi called the membership an important milestone. He said Oman wanted to play an active role in international hydrogen cooperation and establish a globally competitive green hydrogen economy.

An important milestone in Oman’s efforts to build a hydrogen economy.

· Salim bin Nasser Al AufiThe minister characterized Oman’s membership in the partnership.
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