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Energy transition news from the Middle East: hydrogen and ammonia megaprojects, solar, storage and energy policy.

Oman, nestled amidst the oil-rich sands of the Arabian Peninsula, is making a bold statement. In a five-year moonshot, the Sultanate is forcing factories across 14 economic zones to switch from fossil fuels to the clean-burning haven of green hydrogen. This audacious move positions Oman as a frontrunner in the region’s race toward a sustainable future, promising a domino effect on its economy and environment.

In a historic turn of events, COP28 concluded on December 13, culminating in what is now known as the “UAE consensus.” The closing text of the conference carries a groundbreaking deal signaling a transition away from fossil fuels—a watershed moment after decades of climate negotiations.