The centre will focus on developing and refining net-zero strategies, working in close collaboration with relevant authorities to ensure alignment with national objectives. It will oversee the progress and implementation of zero neutrality projects, including energy efficiency initiatives, while providing technical support to both government and private agencies.
The Centre will implement programs and plans to meet the goals across various sectors, monitoring the progress of related projects and initiatives, addressing any challenges that may arise, and submitting periodic reports as needed. Additionally, it will be responsible for updating and developing the national plan to enhance energy consumption efficiency, tracking its execution across sectors, assessing energy consumption in approved projects, and proposing necessary improvements in coordination with the relevant authorities.
In its technical support role, the Centre will assist various entities in reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency. It will also encourage the adoption of cutting-edge international practices and technologies, while fostering scientific research, innovation, and the development of national capabilities.
The Centre will manage requests for carbon, hydrogen, and low-carbon product certifications, issuing certificates in coordination with the Ministry of Finance and the Environment Authority. It will also oversee the registration and approval of carbon certificate trading at the domestic level, ensuring compliance with international carbon credit frameworks.
Additionally, the Centre will maintain and update a comprehensive inventory of carbon emissions from various sources and work to promote public awareness and community engagement on sustainability.
This initiative is part of Oman’s accelerated carbon reduction efforts, following the launch of the Net 3 initiatives within the National Net Zero Program in November. These projects and initiatives span multiple sectors, including energy, industry, cities, transport, and buildings.
Oman has made significant progress towards its net-zero targets, particularly in the energy sector, where substantial advancements have been made in renewable energy and hydrogen. With its abundant renewable resources and vast land, Oman is well-positioned to become a competitive low-emissions hydrogen supplier by the end of the decade. According to the IEA, Oman aims to produce 1 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030 and could become the Middle East’s largest hydrogen exporter by that time.
