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Does Oman need electricity?

With currently a population of 4.1 million, Oman’s population has grown by 25% since 2010 and, put simply, more people means a greater demand for electricity. Looking forward, given that the population is expected to increase by a further 12% by 2020, the demand for electricity is only going one way.

Is biomass a source of electricity in Oman?

Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Oman: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power? Nuclear power – alongside renewables – is a low-carbon source of electricity.

How much energy does Oman produce?

In 2011, Oman has produced a total amount of 73,508 ktoe of energy, which is about 3,078 PJ or 854,898 GWh. Its sole energy sources are crude oil (65%) and gas (35%). Oman has no other energy sources, such as coal, nuclear power, heat, or renewable energy. The following table provides an overview of Oman's energy production in 2011.

Does Oman have solar energy?

Oman has one of the highest solar densities in the world. Solar energy has even the potential to provide sufficient electricity to meet all of Oman’s national electricity demand. So far, solar energy is only used on private roofs to heat up water and in the oil production industry.

Is Oman ready for a return to a stable electricity supply?

In recent years, following energy market reforms, Oman has become accustomed to having a relatively reliable and stable electricity supply. However, today with rapidly rising demand, a return to the days of unscheduled power outages and voltage fluctuations could just be round the corner.

What is renewable electricity in Oman?

Renewable electricity here is the sum of hydropower, wind, solar, geothermal, modern biomass and wave and tidal power. Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Oman: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power?