Sohar Port and Freezone launches energy efficiency guideline to boost industrial resilience and sustainability in Port News 06/05/2026 Under the patronage of H.E. Mohsen bin Hamad Al Hadhrami, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, SOHAR Port and Freezone, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, represented by the Oman Net Zero Center, launched the Energy Efficiency Guideline for SOHAR Industrial Buildings. The launch introduces a practical framework designed to help industrial tenants improve energy performance, reduce operating costs, and unlock immediate efficiency gains across SOHAR’s industrial and logistics ecosystem. More than a technical reference, the guideline provides a structured and precise methodology that enables investors and operators to assess performance, identify inefficiencies, and implement targeted improvement measures at the facility level. It also includes a set of key performance indicators related to building efficiency, such as cooling setpoints, energy use intensity, water heating energy intensity, and the performance of lighting, air conditioning, and mechanical ventilation systems, supporting more efficient operational and investment decision-making. H.E. Mohsen bin Hamad Al Hadhrami emphasized the importance of practical frameworks such as the Energy Efficiency Guideline in supporting Oman’s energy transition. He highlighted the value of structured and scalable approaches that enable industrial operators to reduce energy consumption, improve operational performance, and realize cost efficiencies, contributing to long-term economic resilience. The guideline draws on internationally recognized standards, including ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE 105, IPMVP and ISO 6946, while aligning with Oman’s Building Code and the primary regulation governing occupational health and safety (OHS) based on Ministerial Decree 286/2008. It supports the priorities of Oman Vision 2040, particularly those linked to industrial product