{
  "id": 586455,
  "title": "Oman wind project secures financing for 120MW expansion",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/oman-wind-project-secures-financing-for-120mw-expansion",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-11T17:24:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Arabian Post",
    "slug": "arabian-post",
    "url": "https://thearabianpost.com/oman-wind-project-secures-financing-for-120mw-expansion/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Oman's 120-megawatt Jaalan Bani Bu Ali Wind Independent Power Project has secured financing for a 120-megawatt expansion, according to a consortium led by EDF power solutions. The development, located in South Al Sharqiyah Governorate, covers approximately 10.7 square kilometres and will consist of 16 wind turbines rated at 7.7 MW each. The project's contracted generation capacity is 120 MW, and commercial operations are targeted for the third quarter of 2027. Once operational, the wind farm is expected to generate about 352,380 megawatt-hours of electricity annually, sufficient to meet the annual electricity needs of over 13,500 households. Additionally, the project is anticipated to prevent the emission of more than 270,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year. Investment in the project is estimated at around OMR50 million, with EDF power solutions holding a 49% interest, Al Khadra Partners 26%, and OQ Alternative Energy the remaining 25%. The project's completion signifies a significant step towards Oman's transition away from natural gas dependence in its electricity sector and toward a more sustainable energy future.",
  "summary": "Greenlogue/AP A consortium led by EDF power solutions has reached financial close on Oman’s 120-megawatt Jaalan Bani Bu Ali Wind Independent Power Project, clearing a key hurdle for construction and commercial operation targeted for the third quarter of 2027. EDF power solutions is developing the project with Al Khadra Partners, part of the Hind Bahwan Group, and OQ Alternative Energy. The…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}