Harnessing Oman's Coastal Wave Energy: A Pathway to a Sustainable Renewable Energy Future

Ocean wave energy offers immense potential as a sustainable renewable energy source, especially for regions like Oman with significant wave resources. This presentation explores how wave energy can be harnessed to provide clean, reliable power by leveraging Oman’s unique climatic conditions. The high-energy waves driven by the southwest monsoon and Indian Ocean exposure make the country’s coastal regions ideal for wave energy projects. The focus is on Wave Energy Converters (WECs), which utilize floating structures to optimize energy extraction. These systems are efficient and adaptable, but challenges such as the computational complexity of modeling persist. Advanced optimization strategies, including layout design and operational control frameworks, are crucial to enhancing energy capture while minimizing costs and structural wear. Current efforts aim to develop an AI-driven optimization framework for scalable deployment while addressing data gaps in wave energy potential. Field measurements using Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCP) are being conducted to identify optimal locations for wave energy harvesting along Oman’s coast. Wave energy represents a promising opportunity to diversify Oman’s energy portfolio, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support sustainable development. These efforts align with the country’s net-zero emission targets, contributing to a cleaner, more resilient energy future.