A new vision for green hydrogen in Oman

The EU’s push for green hydrogen is a key step toward net zero by 2050. With its abundant solar energy, Oman is poised to become a global hub for hydrogen production. But large-scale hydrogen projects come with challenges—freshwater consumption, land use conflicts, and high investment costs. The Weather Makers’ proposal for Salalah redefines the approach by integrating hydrogen production with large-scale regreening, transforming these challenges into opportunities.

Smart synergy between energy and ecology

By merging green hydrogen production with regreening efforts, this concept creates shared benefits across industries. Infrastructure—such as pipelines, reservoirs, and energy grids—serves both hydrogen plants and landscape restoration. Solar farms double as agricultural zones, maximizing land use. Regreening offsets hydrogen’s environmental impact while boosting local biodiversity, food security, and community well-being.

Sustainable storage and continuous production

Salalah’s hydrogen plan is designed for efficiency. With an annual output of 450,000 tons, it combines solar and hydro power to maintain steady production. Water is pumped into mountain reservoirs during the day, storing energy for nighttime use. These same reservoirs supply water for regreening, creating a self-sustaining cycle that enhances both energy security and ecosystem restoration.

A blueprint for long-term impact

Oman’s strategy aims to produce up to 8.5 million tonnes of hydrogen per year by 2050. By integrating regreening from the start, Salalah’s development goes beyond energy—it strengthens agriculture, fisheries, biodiversity, and local economies. This model turns hydrogen production into a driver of climate resilience and economic growth, setting a new standard for sustainable energy.

Green hydrogen doesn’t have to cost the planet. It can help restore it.