Oman Wires It's all about Oman
The solar-powered Mwasalat bus station, which became operational not too long ago, has been constructed with an aim to market renewable supply of power in Oman. The bus station offers the comfort of air-conditioning and it functions 100 per cent off-grid by making use of solar power. The shelter has been developed to accommodate up to 15 passengers comfortably. The bus cease enables guests to charge their cell phones and other digital gadgets via energy points making use of solar power. The networking points, CCTV and advertisement show boards are powered by solar power as effectively.
Based on an MoU signed with the Lulu Hypermarket in June 2017, Oman Avenues Mall will have the proper to name the air-conditioned station with the exclusive rights to market and promote.
Eng Mohammad Salim al Ghafri, GM – Corporate Support at Mwasalat mentioned, “We have installed solar panels at the Oman Avenues Mall bus station to promote the use of renewable energy in the country. Sustainable development relies on renewable energy sources and solar energy is known as being very vital.”
Derick Michael, common manager, Oman Avenues Mall, mentioned, “We are delighted to have launched Oman’s first energy efficient environment-friendly bus station at our premises. This agreement underscores Oman Avenues Mall’s keenness to share viewpoints with Mwasalat in fostering renewable, alternative and sustainable energy practice.”
Information Source: Muscat Daily
