On September 20, 2024, in Casablanca, Attijariwafa bank Corporate and Investment Banking brought together over 120 participants from various sectors to inaugurate its new fund, the **African Energy Efficiency Fund (FAEE)**. Created in partnership with Econoler, a global leader in energy efficiency consulting, the FAEE aims to catalyze innovative and sustainable projects across Africa while promoting responsible financial practices.
During this event, themed **”Financial Innovations for a Sustainable Energy Transition in Africa,”** several experts spoke about the challenges and opportunities of green finance. Among them were Pierre Langlois, president of Econoler, Youssef El Fath from VINCI Energies West Africa, and Mehdi Benjelloun, Deputy General Director of Attijari Capital Management.
Mr. Youssef Rouissi, Deputy General Director in charge of the Corporate and Investment Banking division, emphasized the importance of the private and banking sectors in accelerating the energy transition. He specified that the **FAEE** aims to **support the decarbonization of Moroccan and African companies** by providing them with comprehensive solutions tailored to their needs.
During this event, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed with Vinci Energies, a key technical partner in the implementation of energy efficiency projects.
This launch positions Attijariwafa bank as a pioneering player in the energy transition in Morocco and Africa, while affirming its commitment to responsible practices and positive social impact.