Morocco has given developers more time to take part in a tender for 400 MWp of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity within the Noor PV II complex, extending the bidding deadline by almost two weeks. Interested parties will be now able to make submissions by February 11, 2021, a notice on the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable […]
Power surge: How the European Green Deal can succeed in Morocco and Tunisia
North African countries such as Morocco and Tunisia can help Europe meet its carbon emissions targets and strengthen its position in the face of fierce competition from China for economic and political influence. By encouraging European investment in renewable energy, the European Green Deal can increase local workforce opportunities, promote development, and stabilise migration, enhancing […]
Smart grid research centre launched in Morocco
Construction has started on a new research centre for smart grids at the Green Energy Park in Ben Guerir in central Morocco. The new research centre, an initiative of Morocco’s National Institute for Research in Solar Energy and New Energies (IRESEN), is aimed to support the development of the country’s renewable energy sector and smart […]
Morocco completes Midelt wind farm with 210 megawatts
The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE, in French) completed the construction of the Midelt wind power plant, in central Morocco, a complex that will have a capacity of 210 megawatts and is the largest in Morocco of its kind. According to a statement from the Moroccan agency, the plant that has been […]
Morocco launches call for 400MWp Noor PV II project
The Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (MASEN) has launched the call for projects for the 400MWp Noor PV II project. This follows a call for expressions of interest (EoIs) which was held last year. The tender is for the construction of the first phase of the Noor PV II complex. The project involves six locations: […]
Morocco to build 270 MW wind farm near Essaouira
Morocco has given a go-ahead to a 270 MW wind farm in Jbel lahdid near Essaouira for a total cost of 2.8 billion dirhams ($314 million) as part of its plan to promote green energy. To that end a deal was signed between Moroccan energy company Nareva Holding and Italian renewable energy corporation Enel Green […]
Morocco Unveils 1st Moroccan-Made Electric Car Charging Station
The technology is part of Morocco’s approach to be a leader in the automotive and green energy fields. Rabat : Morocco’s Minister of Industry, Trade, and Green and Digital Economy Moulay Hafid Elalamy presented the first 100% Moroccan-made smart charging station for electric cars on December 21. The minister showcased the new technology in the […]
EU Climate Ambassador: Morocco is a ‘Flagship Country’ In Climate Fight
Morocco has played an “important proactive role” in the international climate change debate Rabat – The EU’s new Climate Change Ambassador Marc Vanheukelen says Morocco is on track in its efforts to combat climate change. In an interview with Morocco’s national press agency and M24 television, the Belgian diplomat commended Morocco’s efforts. The EU has […]
Morocco to be home to a 900 MW wind energy plant in Dakhla
Morocco is set to be home to a 900 MW wind power plant in Dakhla courtesy of Soluna Technologies Ltd, a newly-founded company powering the blockchain-economy with low-cost renewable energy, backed by a US private equity firm Brookstone Partners. Soluna has already carried out and completed studies and research into the technical feasibility of the […]
Morocco : A pioneer in the use of Renewable Energy
Morocco is standing out to become a renewable energy superpower. Despite having one of the smallest installed powers generations in the Middle East and North Africa, Morocco is leading the way with respect to renewable energy. Nation’s energy technique and push for renewable have been driven by its dependence on energy imports to fuel power […]