Oman Data Park (ODP), a provider of managed services, cloud solutions, and advanced cybersecurity in the Middle Eastern nation, has entered into a strategic partnership with Solar Wadi to launch a transformative solar power project that will generate 1.4 MW of clean energy in its initial phase.
This initiative will directly power ODP’s data centers, as it aims to establish Oman’s first Green Energy Data Center, an ambition that is also in alignment with the nation’s Net Zero targets outlined under Oman Vision 2040. In a press release, ODP revealed that another 400 kW will be added during a subsequent expansion, helping it reduce the carbon footprint of its data operations.
“This initiative is more than an infrastructure upgrade; it is a statement of intent about the future of data management in Oman. Integrating large-scale solar power generation into mission-critical facilities marks a turning point in how we approach energy resilience in the digital economy,” said Maqbool Al Wahaibi, CEO of Oman Data Park. “By aligning renewable innovation with operational reliability, we are redefining the standards for sustainable cloud and data services, while advancing a technology landscape grounded in environmental responsibility.”
The first phase of the project will see the installation of solar panels in the wadi area and atop the Knowledge Oasis Muscat (KOM) 4 building in Rusayl to capture optimal sunlight and maximize electricity generation. The generated power will be channeled directly into existing electrical panels and switchgear, providing an estimated 1.4 MW of clean energy for ODP’s operations. Phase Two will extend coverage by an additional 400 kW through the installation of solar infrastructure in the facility’s car parking area.
In addition to Rusayl, ODP’s upcoming data center in Firq, Nizwa, has been purpose-built with solar infrastructure integrated into its very foundation. Designed to deliver a total power output of 4.4 MW and to accommodate over 500 racks, with the solar initiative the facility will, from inception, generate an estimated 350 kW of that capacity from clean, solar-powered electricity.
According to Mordor Intelliegence, the Middle-East Solar Power market is expected to register a CAGR of greater than 11 percent during 2025-2030. Similarly, research by Rystad Energy finds that by 2050, renewable energy sources, including hydro, solar and wind, are expected to constitute a staggering 70 percent of the Middle East’s power generation mix.
