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The city of Lille and the municipality of Oujda have taken a new step in their decentralized cooperation with the launch of the project “Mostakbalouna (Our Future) – Lille-Oujda for Climate and Sustainable Energy.” With a total budget of 3.75 million euros over three years, this initiative is co-financed by the French Development Agency and continues a partnership that has been established for nearly twenty years between the two localities. This new chapter in a relationship that began in 2005, fueled in part by a significant Moroccan and Oujda diaspora in the Lille metropolis, addresses contemporary challenges related to climate…
Rabat will soon host the third edition of the International Dialogue on e-fuels, organized by the Ministry of Transport and Logistics under the theme “Paving the way for clean mobility.” Through this strategic meeting, Morocco confirms its ambition to establish itself as a regional hub for energy transition and a key player in the development of synthetic fuels for sustainable mobility. Featuring a format with significant diplomatic and technological reach, this gathering will bring together nearly 200 participants, including policymakers, representatives from international organizations, energy and transport industry leaders, climate experts, and institutional investors. Plenary sessions, technical conferences, bilateral meetings,…
The end of minimum shelf life dates on certain everyday dry products could soon enter the political debate. The General States of Food Waste, launched in 2025 by Deputy Guillaume Garot, propose removing date labels from items like pasta, rice, or cereals, which are considered safe to consume for extended periods without health risks. Presenting the conclusions of this work to the National Assembly, the elected representative defended a commonsense measure, reminding that products such as sugar, vinegar, or coarse salt are already exempt from date labels. According to him, the presence of a minimum shelf life date fosters persistent…
Morocco had, in 2024, 4,215 hectares of olive groves managed according to organic farming standards, according to Le Monde de l’agriculture organique, a reference report published by the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) and the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM). This data confirms the Kingdom’s gradual integration into global sustainable olive oil dynamics. The document specifies that olives cultivated under organic standards now represent 7.2% of the global area dedicated to this species. Additionally, 72,760 hectares are currently undergoing conversion to organic production, reflecting a qualitative shift in agricultural practices on an international scale. In the country…
Under the impetus of the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, a structured program for renovating tertiary buildings is being deployed in Morocco, targeting four strategic sectors: offices, commerce, hospitality, and healthcare. Supported by the Moroccan Agency for Energy Efficiency, with assistance from the German cooperation agency GIZ and funding from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, this initiative has aided 41 private building managers in adopting energy efficiency solutions and integrating renewable energies. The tertiary sector, which encompasses commercial and public service activities, serves as a central lever for controlling energy consumption and reducing greenhouse…
Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane (AUI) has confirmed its scientific leadership by hosting, on February 5 and 6, the inaugural edition of the International Conference on the Future of Energy (ICEF’26), a global showcase for energy innovation. For two days, the Al Akhawayn University campus transformed into a true global crossroads for energy discourse. Organized in partnership with Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) in Saudi Arabia, this first edition gathered researchers, policymakers, and experts from around the world to collectively envision tomorrow’s energy solutions. In a hybrid format, over 150 participants from 20 countries—including Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Canada, the…
The Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (Masen) has taken a significant step in implementing its solar roadmap. The institution is preparing to develop twelve new photovoltaic power plants across the Kingdom by launching a comprehensive national solar measurement campaign aimed at accurately assessing the energy potential of the proposed sites. This initiative, deemed critical for future solar projects, will rely on the collection of high-quality solar and meteorological data. To this end, Masen plans to recruit an expert through a tender process, who will be responsible for deploying and operating measurement stations at twelve sites nationwide. The collected data will…
The transition to a low-carbon economy is gradually becoming essential in the Moroccan entrepreneurial landscape. According to a recent survey by the European Investment Bank (EIB), nearly 70% of Moroccan small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have already begun decarbonization efforts, to varying degrees. This development occurs within a context of increased pressure from international markets and the forthcoming implementation of the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in 2026. Conducted as part of the Trade and Competitiveness Programme (TCP), co-financed by the EU, this study – the third phase of the EIB/EU survey on the challenges facing SMEs in…
In response to the rising tensions over natural resources and the combined challenges of climate change, energy transition, and food security, the High Commission for Planning (HCP) has embarked on a new phase in national strategic reflection. Meeting in Rabat, the steering committee officially launched a prospective study on the Water–Energy–Food Nexus (WEF) looking towards 2040, in partnership with several key governmental departments and public institutions.This initiative brings together, alongside the HCP, the Ministry of the Interior, the Ministry of Economy and Finance, the Ministry of Equipment and Water, the Ministry of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and…
The Trump administration is poised to turn a major page in American climate policy. The President of the United States is scheduled to officially announce on Thursday the repeal of legislation adopted in 2009 under Barack Obama’s presidency, which has been considered the legal foundation for regulating greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. The announcement was made by White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt. This legislation, known as the “Endangerment Finding,” establishes that six greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide and methane, pose a danger to public health. As such, they fall within the category of pollutants that can be regulated by…