By: Dr. Nasser Al Rizeiqi

How can Oman turn its clean-energy potential into a competitive advantage in artificial intelligence?
As the Sultanate advances its ambitions in AI and data infrastructure, bringing energy supply, digital development and investment planning together will be essential to building a sustainable and competitive digital economy.

In this Majan Rua’a, Dr. Nasser Al Rizeiqi examines Oman’s emerging AI infrastructure initiatives and explores how renewable energy, international connectivity and coordinated policymaking can support their development. Drawing on experiences from Ireland, Singapore and the Nordic countries, the article highlights practical approaches to securing reliable power, improving energy and water efficiency, and strengthening collaboration across relevant institutions.

The analysis also considers how investment in skills, startups and domestic capabilities can translate infrastructure growth into lasting economic value—creating opportunities for Omani talent and businesses while supporting the country’s wider diversification goals.