Al Batinah Power Company SAOG (the “Company”) takes its role as a responsible corporate citizen seriously. Guided by its CSR policy focusing on local initiatives in the areas of education, sports, health, safety and environment, the Company has spent 25,250 OMR in two projects in 2018 as summarized in the table below:
| Project Description | Amount (RO) |
|---|---|
| 80 KW Solar PV project at Hind Bint Usaid School in Barka area. | 15,250 |
| Special equipment for the skin clinic in Liwa health center. | 4985 |
| Dental chair for Liwa health Center. | 5008 |
| Total | 25,243 |
The first project was installation of 80 KWp Solar PV systems at Hind Bint Usaid School in Barak area. The work has been completed and inaugurated in December 2018. The total project cost was around 60,000 OMR which was sponsored by four power companies including AL Batinah Power Company. The Project has a capacity of 80 KWp and expected to produce around 120 MWh/year. By completing the projects the objectives have been achieved which are
The company has donated 10,000 OMR worth of medical equipment to Liwa health center. These equipment are dental chair and special devises for the skin clinic in the centre. The delivery of these equipment to the center is early 2019. Liwa health centre supports large segment of population in Liwa area which is close to the port of Sohar where the plant is located.
Al Batinah Power Company SAOG (the "Company") considers corporate citizenship as a key element of the business success. Striving to ensure that the Company has a positive impact on people and the country, the Company allocated 50,000 OMR for the CSR initiatives for the year 2022, as summarized in the table below:
| Project Description | Amount (RO) |
|---|---|
| 1) Oman Charitable Organization | 10,000 |
| 2) PV solar system at Omamah Bint Al Harith School at Wilayat of Nakhal | 15,750 |
| 3) Applications of nuclear technology for peaceful sciences | 7,430 |
| 4) Renewable Energy project competition between the universities in Oman | 4,580 |
| 5) Strong Kid Run 4 + 1 km Run Challenge & 20 + 1 km Run Challenge Youth | 10,000 |
| Total | 47,760 |
The Company contributed 20% of its CSR budget to Oman Charitable Organization as per the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion decision number 205/2021.
Al Batinah Power Company SAOG in joint and active cooperation with Al Suwadi Power Company SAOG has signed an agreement to install and commission a PV solar system at Omamah Bint Al Harith School of Ministry of Education at Wilayat of Nakhal. This solar rooftop project will provide the power of 79 kWP using photovoltaic technology.
This solar PV project was realized in the framework of our CSR programs and had 3 main objectives:
During 2022, the procurement process is already completed. The installation works are in progress with 90% completion. The solar facility is expected to be fully commissioned in Q1 2023.
Funding the Ministry of Education program to enhance the student's knowledge and skills about the applications of nuclear technology for peaceful sciences. This program is in collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The program aims to elevate the students' knowledge about the importance and the future of this technology for mankind. The Company signed the agreement with the Ministry of education on 11th April 2022. The classes are ongoing continuously, and the course is expected to be completed in Q1 2023.
The renewable Energy competition initiative was launched to fulfill our social responsibility and highlight the importance of supporting innovation among Omani students and young innovators. This initiative is meant to support innovations in the field of renewable energy. In addition, it strengthens the existing cooperation between the various academic and knowledge institutions and industries.
The Company has sponsored physical health (Strong Kid Run 4 + 1 km Run Challenge & 20 + 1 km Run Challenge Youth) in the Wilayat Seeb in Muscat – Oman. The event will be conducted on 24th and 25th Feb 2023.
