Oman-based startup launches waste-to-hydrogen pilot projects
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Oman’s Manah Hydrogen launches waste-to-hydrogen pilot projects to turn waste into clean energy, partnering with Be’ah, Oman's state-owned waste management company for sustainable transport.
A new clean energy startup in Oman is set to launch innovative waste-to-hydrogen projects. The startup, Manah Hydrogen, aims to turn municipal solid waste into hydrogen. This hydrogen will support sustainable transportation and other green energy uses.
Manah Hydrogen is a Muscat-based company led by Donald Winsor. Winsor is an international expert in hydrogen-based clean energy solutions. He has invested RO 15 million to build the first two pilot plants in Oman. One plant will be in the Wilayat of Manah in the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, and the other in the Muscat Governorate.
Partnership with Be’ah
Manah Hydrogen plans to collaborate with Be’ah, Oman's state-owned waste management company. This partnership will help manage the municipal waste needed for the project.
Donald Winsor shared his excitement: “Our project has a bold vision to transform the landscape of energy production through sustainable practices." By partnering with Be’ah, he emphasises how they are launching two waste-to-hydrogen pilots. These will use modular facilities that can grow with W2H and FLEET technologies.
Winsor's has strong ambitions for Mana Hydrogen too. He expresses how the company aims to create a dynamic circular solution. This will help "address environmental concerns, but also generates valuable resources."
Manah Hydrogen’s Pilot Projects
Each pilot project will feature a small plant with a capacity of 1 tonne per day. These plants will use a mix of municipal solid waste, biogenics, and waste plastics. It's predicted that that will produce 110 – 140 kg of hydrogen daily. This hydrogen will be carbon-negative and commercially valuable.
The plants are compact, fitting into two 20-foot containers. They can be set up at waste transfer stations, marinas, malls, or local communities that generate waste. So they offer a streamlined way of generating hydrogen and transforming waste into energy.
Potential Partnerships and Future Plans
Manah Hydrogen is in talks with Be’ah for a partnership. This would include accessing municipal waste and potentially supplying clean hydrogen for Be’ah’s fleet. They expect to sign a memorandum of cooperation (MoU) by the end of the month.
The company is also exploring the option of installing a similar pilot at Al Mouj Muscat. Al Mouj is a major tourism complex in Oman. Winsor aims to help communities like Al Mouj achieve Net Zero goals by using waste-to-hydrogen solutions.
Winsor invites local Omani companies to join in expanding this initiative. He believes that having Omani investors aligns with the long-term goal of building a local company. The plan includes his foundation retaining 20% ownership. So, this will help ensure sustainable legacies for future generations.
This project represents a significant step in Oman’s clean energy landscape. By focusing on converting waste into valuable hydrogen and fostering local collaboration, it offers an exciting opportunity.
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