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Four months after hosting the Climate Conference (COP30) in Belém, Amazon, Brazil reaffirms its commitment to sustainable development and multilateralism by organizing this new triennial meeting dedicated to biodiversity. Under the theme “Connecting Nature to Preserve Life,” this gathering brings together governments, experts, scientists, and civil society until March 29 to address issues related to the conservation of migratory species. Morocco is participating with a delegation from the National Agency for Water and Forests to highlight efforts in protecting endangered species. Initiatives presented include a program for the conservation of Saharan megafauna, the national strategy dedicated to raptors, the development…
Morocco is facing a concerning decline in its biodiversity. This is highlighted in a report titled “National Assessment of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services,” published in 2024 and recently made public. This document provides a detailed overview of the national natural heritage, two decades after the last assessment. The report emphasizes a widespread degradation of ecosystems, driven by the combined pressures of human activity and climate change. According to its findings, nearly 22% of national biodiversity could disappear by 2050 without corrective measures. This trend is part of an already observed pattern, marked by an increase in the number of threatened…
For Morocco, the energy issue goes beyond mere supply security. It now intersects with economic competitiveness, industrial attractiveness, and national sovereignty. In this context, the Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, emphasized a crucial factor: the cost of energy. In an international environment marked by market instability, geopolitical tensions, and the accelerated climate transition, the minister advocates for an approach centered on cost control, renewable energy development, and infrastructure enhancement. Morocco has been gradually transforming its energy model over the past several years. Renewable energies now constitute a significant portion of installed electrical capacity, and investments planned…
The OCP Group continues to implement its international expansion strategy. Its subsidiary specializing in fertilization solutions, OCP Nutricrops, has received authorization to establish two new entities abroad, in France and India, according to decrees published in the official Bulletin on March 12, 2026. This decision materializes a project initiated in 2025, following validation by the group’s governing bodies. It aligns with a desire to strengthen the group’s presence in designated priority markets by getting closer to consumption areas. The first entity, OCP Nutricrops France, will be established as a French legal entity, fully owned by the group’s subsidiary. With a…
The recent rise in energy prices, amidst geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, reignites the debate on global energy security. In light of this situation, the United Nations calls for accelerated development of renewable energy sources to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. In a recent analysis, the UN emphasizes that current fluctuations in oil and gas markets highlight the vulnerability of the global energy model. Disruptions in supply chains and uncertainties related to the geopolitical situation increase risks for economies reliant on fossil fuels. UN officials highlight the strategic role of renewable energies in this context. They assert that sources…
The Egyptian government has decided to implement new measures aimed at streamlining energy consumption, in light of rising hydrocarbon costs. Among the main provisions is the early closure of businesses at 9:00 PM for a month. This decision, announced by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, affects stores, shopping centers, restaurants, and cafes. An exception is made for Thursdays and Fridays, with closure extended to 10:00 PM. These measures will take effect on March 28. According to the authorities, this initiative aims to alleviate pressure on the electrical grid, particularly during peak consumption hours, while avoiding resorting to more restrictive measures. The…
The Coca-Cola system in Morocco continues its commitment to solidarity during the month of Ramadan. For the 22nd consecutive year, the initiative “Dar L’ftour” is being implemented across the Kingdom, aimed at supporting vulnerable populations. Led by The Coca-Cola Export Corporation, Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company Morocco, and the Souss Soft Drinks Company, this operation is set to benefit more than 300,000 individuals this year. It focuses on distributing meals, providing food products, and supplying beverages. The actions also extend to areas affected by challenging climatic conditions, particularly regions hit by floods, to meet the needs of the affected populations. Officials…
The rise in geopolitical tensions and disruptions in international logistics chains are placing the fertilizer market at the forefront of economic and agricultural concerns, giving rise to new equilibria where certain players, such as Morocco, now emerge as pillars of stability. Amid ongoing effects from crises in the Middle East, the maritime flows critical to agricultural input trade are weakened, particularly in strategic areas like the Strait of Hormuz. This situation fuels fears of supply disruptions for essential products needed for crop fertilization, directly impacting global food security. In the midst of these tensions, phosphate fertilizers hold a crucial position.…
Morocco is advancing the structuring of its energy sector by preparing a new regulatory framework aimed at more precisely governing the development of electricity production facilities powered by renewable sources. An initial draft decree currently under development aims to clarify the applicable rules regarding authorizations, oversight, and the operation of power plants. This text is part of a momentum to accelerate the national energy mix, where renewable energies are increasingly central. The dual objective is to secure investments by providing better regulatory clarity and to ensure a controlled development of projects within a demanding technical and environmental context. The draft…
The extensive Moroccan program for seawater desalination, initiated to address increasing water pressure, is attracting growing international interest, becoming a battleground among foreign actors eager to establish a foothold in this strategic market. Among them, Australia clearly expresses its ambitions. With recognized expertise in water management and facing similar climatic constraints, it seeks to capitalize on these similarities to bolster its presence in Morocco. Diplomatic exchanges have been initiated in this direction, with a clear intention to develop technical and scientific partnerships around water and irrigation projects. Central to the discussions are several key areas, including the management of groundwater,…