MEDRC, BP Oman partner to support Omani start-ups in water treatment sector – Times of Oman

MEDRC, BP Oman partner to support Omani start-ups in water treatment sector – Times of Oman

Muscat: As the economy adapts to the impact of Covid-19, Middle East Desalination Research Center (MEDRC) has launched Tahlya programme for SMEs to support local start-ups in the water treatment sector, boosting job creation and economic growth.

The programme has been launched in partnership with BP Oman and under the patronage of Mohammed Abdullah Al Mahrouqi, Chairman of Public Authority for Water (DIAM).

Yousuf Al Ojaili, BP Oman President commented, "Our purpose at BP is to reimagine energy for people and our planet. This is a great example of how we're doing that - supporting SME understanding of water and energy conservation, a vital part of Oman's future growth. Training young Omani entrepreneurs in technologies such as solar-powered desalination and greywater treatment offer real business opportunities. We're proud of our partnership with this programme and look forward to seeing what future graduates can achieve.“

Solar-powered desalination units can offer a financially viable and sustainable long-term solution to Oman's farmers. A small business that emerges from this programme will be equipped to help farmers tackle the challenge of crop irrigation using the latest solar technologies.

MEDRC's Tahlya programme has been training young Omanis in desalination since 2017. This new programme will target graduates who are