JinkoSolar awarded Supply Contract for Oman’s 487.5MW Green Hydrogen Project

JinkoSolar and ACME Group Partner to Power Oman’s Landmark Green Hydrogen Project

JinkoSolar, a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage solutions, has announced an exclusive supply agreement with India’s ACME Group for a transformative 487.5MW solar-powered green hydrogen project in Oman. This marks JinkoSolar’s first large-scale foray into photovoltaic hydrogen production in the region, emphasizing the company’s innovative N-type TOPCon technology and its growing role in the global clean energy transition.

Revolutionizing Renewable Energy in the Desert

Set in Oman’s Duqm Special Economic Zone—a strategic hub for renewable initiatives—the project is poised to become a major milestone in the country’s green energy ambitions. In its initial phase, the facility aims to produce 100,000 tons of green ammonia per year, with long-term plans to scale production up to 1.2 million tons annually. This partnership underlines the accelerating global momentum behind green hydrogen as a key pillar of sustainable industrial decarbonization.

N-type TOPCon Modules: Redefining Solar Performance

JinkoSolar’s N-type TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) modules were selected for the project due to their outstanding energy performance and resilience—particularly in the harsh desert conditions of Oman, where summer temperatures can soar beyond 50°C, and the region receives over 2,300 hours of sunshine annually.

These advanced modules deliver multiple performance benefits:

• Higher Energy Output: TOPCon modules generate over 6% more electricity annually compared to conventional solar panels on the same land area.

• Outstanding Heat Resistance: With a temperature coefficient of just -0.29%/°C, these modules maintain high output during extreme heat, increasing power per watt by over 2% in hot climates.

• Superior Low-Light Efficiency: The panels extend energy production by up to 1.8 additional hours each day, even during dawn, dusk, or cloudy conditions.

• Enhanced Durability: Engineered to endure sandstorms, UV exposure, hail, and high wind loads, they are ideal for Oman’s rugged desert landscape.

• Exceptional Bifacial Ratio: With a rear-side bifacial efficiency of up to 85%, the panels capture reflected light from the desert’s reflective surface, boosting energy output by an additional 3% to 5%.

Cutting Costs While Maximizing Efficiency

In addition to technological excellence, JinkoSolar’s bifacial double-glass module design supports a 30-year linear power warranty, providing long-term reliability and peace of mind. These modules also help reduce overall project costs through optimized balance-of-system (BOS) requirements. The result is a reduction of more than 8% in the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE)—a crucial metric for the affordability of green hydrogen.

Accelerating the Future of Green Hydrogen

As countries and companies race to develop scalable, clean alternatives to fossil fuels, green hydrogen has emerged as a critical solution—especially for hard-to-abate sectors like steel, cement, shipping, and aviation. JinkoSolar’s contribution to this landmark project will not only enhance Oman’s clean energy profile but also serve as a blueprint for sustainable hydrogen production in other sun-rich, arid regions across the world.

Pushing the Limits of Photovoltaic Innovation

This partnership between JinkoSolar and ACME Group exemplifies how advanced solar technologies can support the development of large-scale hydrogen infrastructure. By continuously refining its TOPCon module efficiency and performance, JinkoSolar is playing a pivotal role in reducing the cost of green hydrogen—making it a commercially viable alternative on a global scale.

The Duqm project reinforces the potential of renewable-powered hydrogen to decarbonize the energy landscape and paves the way for deep sustainability transformation in industrial ecosystems.