Oman – France Energy Day A Strategic Partnership for the Future of Energy

📍 Oman

The inaugural edition of the Oman–France Energy Day – October 08, 2024

Oman – France Energy Day

The inaugural edition of the Oman–France Energy Day, organized by Business France, the public consulting agency serving the international development of the French economy, with the support of the French Embassy, made its debut on October 8th in Muscat, marking a significant step toward fostering new partnerships and collaborations. A prestigious delegation of 40 innovative French companies, brought together by MEDEFI and Business France, showcased the strong interest of French industry leaders in aligning with Oman’s vision for a greener, more sustainable future. This event highlights the commitment of both nations to work together in driving forward clean energy initiatives and sustainable development.

During the opening speech, H.E. Nabil Hajlaoui, Ambassador of the French Republic to the Sultanate of Oman, emphasized the inspiring cooperation between Oman and France in pursuing a more sustainable and greener future.

We were honored to welcome H.E. Salim Al Aufi, Omani Minister of Energy and Minerals, who delivered a keynote speech on Oman’s ambitious decarbonization plan for the next decade, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050.

Key Presentations  and Discussions:

The event featured a series of insightful presentations addressing critical energy topics in Oman. The discussions opened by exploring smarter resource utilization, aiming to reduce consumption and drive more sustainable operations across industries. A key focus was on Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), with experts discussing its potential to mitigate emissions and support Oman’s carbon reduction goals. The conversation around new technologies and innovations highlighted the latest advancements in clean energy, demonstrating how they can accelerate the country’s transition to a greener energy mix. The future of hydrogen was also explored, presenting a major opportunity for Oman to become a leader in clean fuel production and support the nation’s long-term energy strategy.

The participation of key partners such as Ipac Valsem, Technip Energies, and TotalEnergies Oman added valuable perspectives, further underscoring their commitment to supporting Oman’s vision for advancing sustainable energy solutions.