Keywords: Circular economy


Morocco and Egypt lead Africa’s shift toward waste-to-energy and biogas

Africa’s waste-management challenge is increasingly being linked to the continent’s energy needs, with governments and private operators exploring ways to convert organic waste, landfill gas and other residues into usable energy. Morocco and Egypt are among the countries highlighted for......

Casablanca waste-to-energy megaproject estimated at €1.3 billion

Morocco is preparing to take a major step toward transforming household waste into energy with a large-scale project in Casablanca estimated to require an investment of around €1.3 billion, according to Portuguese energy and circular-economy publication Jornal PT Green. The facility, described......

EU bans destruction of unsold clothing and footwear in new textile waste rules

A major shift in textile waste management has come into force across the European Union, with new rules banning large companies from destroying unsold clothing, fashion accessories and footwear. The measure aims to reduce waste and encourage the industry to adopt more sustainable practices. Effective......

Leïla Benali unveils a new strategy to modernize household waste management in Morocco

Morocco is embarking on a new phase of its environmental policy with the launch of a strategy aimed at fundamentally transforming household waste management. Presented by the Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leïla Benali, this vision is based on source separation and the principles......

European Parliament approves law requiring recycled plastic in new vehicles

The European Parliament has approved new legislation requiring car manufacturers to incorporate a minimum share of recycled plastic into newly produced vehicles, marking a significant step in the European Union’s efforts to promote a circular economy and reduce industrial waste. The measure, adopted......

Emirates expands closed loop recycling across onboard operations

Emirates has expanded its closed loop recycling system as part of a broader environmental strategy focused on reducing onboard waste and increasing material reuse. The initiative, launched in June 2023, has processed more than 88,000 kilograms of plastic collected from economy class catering equipment......

Morocco turns argan waste into sustainable building insulation materials

Moroccan researchers are developing new insulation materials from argan tree by-products as the country expands efforts to connect environmental sustainability with rural economic development. The initiative gained attention during the 8th International Argan Tree Congress held in Essaouira from May......

Stellantis opens circular economy dismantling center in Casablanca, a global third site

Stellantis has inaugurated a new automotive dismantling facility in the Aïn Sebaâ district of Casablanca, making Morocco the first country in the Africa and Middle East region to host such an installation for the group. The site operates under Sustainera, the Stellantis entity dedicated to......

Ferzy launches in Morocco to boost waste sorting and green jobs

Morocco has taken a new step in its environmental transition with the rollout of Ferzy in Casablanca, a mobile system designed to improve waste sorting and public engagement. The initiative, led by the Association Bahri, responds to growing pressure on urban waste systems as cities across Africa face......