Keywords: Renewable energy


Morocco advances green hydrogen strategy with $31.2 billion investment in southern regions

The Moroccan government has taken a significant step forward in its green hydrogen ambitions, with the successful completion of the preliminary phase of the “Chbika 1” project. This milestone was announced during a steering committee meeting on the “Morocco Offer” for green hydrogen,......

Morocco’s $35 billion green hydrogen vision: bold ambitions amid global uncertainty

In March 2025, Morocco launched an ambitious energy strategy under the Offre Maroc initiative, committing $35.15 billion (MAD 319 billion) to green hydrogen development across its southern provinces. This initiative aims to position the country as a global leader in green hydrogen production, targeting......

Morocco’s NOOR complex leads Africa’s renewable energy revolution

A new report, The Renewable Energy Investment Case for Africa, has praised Morocco’s NOOR Complex as a landmark achievement in Africa’s clean energy transition. The solar plant, located in Ouarzazate, has become a global model for harnessing renewable energy to reduce reliance on imports......

China's renewable energy surge reshapes global energy markets

China's unprecedented investment in renewable energy is driving a global shift that could significantly curtail fossil fuel consumption by 2030, according to a new analysis by the clean energy think tank Ember. Once a major driver of global fossil fuel demand, China's transformation into a clean......

Morocco and Mauritania strengthen energy cooperation

Morocco and Mauritania have reaffirmed their commitment to accelerating cooperation in the fields of electricity and renewable energy. Moroccan Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, met with her Mauritanian counterpart, Mohamed Ould Khaled, Minister of Petroleum, Energy......

Australia needs $530bn investment to reach 2035 climate target

Australia would need as much as $530 billion in capital investment to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by more than 70% by 2035, according to new modelling commissioned by the Business Council of Australia. The analysis, carried out by consultancy firm McKinsey, examined three possible scenarios for......

Morocco solidifies position as Africa’s 4th largest importer of Chinese solar panels

Morocco has emerged as a leading player in Africa's renewable energy landscape, ranking as the continent’s fourth-largest importer of solar panels from China. A new report highlights the country’s dedication to achieving its renewable energy targets, reinforcing its global reputation......

Morocco and the Gulf: forging a strategic economic alliance

In recent years, the relationship between Morocco and the Gulf states has evolved significantly, transitioning from political solidarity to a robust strategic partnership with far-reaching economic and developmental implications. This cooperation, built on mutual trust and shared interests, positions......

Morocco unveils $12 billion energy plan at India-Africa business conclave

At the 20th India-Africa Business Conclave in New Delhi, Morocco presented its national energy strategy, highlighting a $12 billion investment plan through 2030. The initiative aims to increase renewable energy’s share to over 52% of the national electricity mix and develop a competitive green......