Muscat – The agreement covers the installation of a grid-connected solar system with a capacity of 800 kilowatts and an estimated annual energy production of 1,300 megawatt-hours. Once operational, the system is expected to reduce approximately 780 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually, significantly lowering the museum’s environmental footprint and supporting its commitment to environmental responsibility.

This project reflects the museum’s broader national and cultural mission to highlight Omani identity, promote sustainable development, and preserve resources for future generations.

The agreement was signed on behalf of the museum by Eng. Al Yaqdhan Abdullah Al Harthi, Director General of the Oman Across Ages Museum, who stated: “The solar energy project at the Oman Across Ages Museum will provide a cultural and educational environment for museum visitors and solar energy researchers to gain a closer understanding of this system.”

Eng. Haifa bint Hamad Al Mukhaldiya, an electrical and renewable energy specialist at the Royal Court Affairs, who is overseeing the project, added that the installation will span 8,000 square meters and feature 1,292 solar panels. She emphasised the importance of sustainable building concepts that balance environmental stewardship with cultural advancement, noting that the project sets a precedent for integrating clean energy into national institutions.

The agreement aligns with the goals of Oman Vision 2040, particularly in the areas of renewable energy, carbon emission reduction, and raising public awareness about the importance of clean and sustainable energy solutions.