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Morocco serves as a model to follow in its development approach, emphasized Karim Bouamrane, the mayor of the French commune of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine (Grand Paris), on the sidelines of COP30 taking place in Belém, Brazil. “The Kingdom is a reference in its ability to address significant contemporary challenges, whether it concerns education, health, training, sports, diplomacy, gender equality, or the promotion of soft power. We see this every day,” Mr. Bouamrane stated in an interview with MAP-Brazil. The Franco-Moroccan official asserted that “Morocco’s leadership is not only African; it is global.” In the field of the environment, Mr. Bouamrane highlighted that…
A side event organized on the second day of the UN Climate Conference by the Moroccan Association of Municipal Council Presidents (AMPCC) and the Directorate General of Local Authorities (DGCT) under the theme “Reuse of Treated Wastewater: An Innovative Alternative of the Circular Economy in Urban Spaces” facilitated discussions on the challenges associated with this practice, seen as a sustainable response to water stress, in line with the Royal High Directions. Officials and experts emphasized that the pressure on freshwater resources is intensifying due to urban development, agricultural and industrial demand, and persistent rainfall deficits. The reuse of treated wastewater…
According to Mr. Al-Amri, president of the seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly, the Kingdom “has considerable potential to successfully transition to wind and solar energy” and is working to become “a strategic platform for exporting clean energy to its neighbors, particularly Europe.” “This leadership encourages many African and European countries to align with the efforts it is undertaking,” the Omani official noted in an interview with MAP-Brazil, seeing this direction as “a major green economic opportunity.” For Mr. Al-Amri, “the balance in Morocco’s foreign policy, combined with its resolutely sustainable development vision, makes it a respected and…
Addis Ababa will host the 32nd United Nations Climate Conference (COP32) in 2027, having secured the support of African countries during COP30, currently taking place in Belém, Brazil, amid competition from Nigeria’s bid. This designation grants Ethiopia a central role in shaping the agenda and priorities of the summit, allowing it to influence international negotiations and facilitate compromise among participating states. Ethiopian Ambassador to Brazil, Leulseged Tadese Abebe, emphasized that “COP32 will play a key role in steering climate action during this crucial decade.” Traditionally, the presidency of a COP gives the host country the opportunity to set priority themes…
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is expanding the use of its digital tool “Green Checker” beyond the European Union, now including Morocco. This free tool allows for the assessment of a project’s environmental performance and verifies its eligibility for green financing from the EIB. Initially designed for banks, it is also aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and public agencies engaged in sustainable investments. The extension was announced on November 11 during COP30 in Belém, Brazil, and aims to support climate investments in various regions, including North Africa. The tool guides users step-by-step to measure the climate benefits of…
The International Energy Agency (IEA) highlights in its 2025 Global Energy Outlook report that renewable energies, driven by photovoltaic solar power, are growing faster than all other energy sources, despite some policy changes in the United States. According to the IEA’s median scenario, global oil demand could stabilize around 2030, while gas consumption will continue to rise throughout the 2030s. The report, published on the occasion of COP30 in Belém, presents three scenarios for the global energy evolution: one based on current policies, a second aimed at achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, and a median scenario that takes into account…
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) warns of an explosion in global demand for air conditioning, which could more than triple by 2050. This growth would be accompanied by a significant increase in greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs, with a possible doubling of emissions related to air conditioning, amounting to an additional 7.2 billion tonnes of CO₂ per year. This increase is primarily driven by population growth, rising incomes, increasing occurrences of extreme heat, and greater household access to often inefficient air conditioning units in developing countries. In 2022, air conditioning already accounted for 2.5 billion tonnes of CO₂,…
The World Bank has announced a $430 million funding program over five years to support Tunisia in modernizing its electricity sector and expanding its renewable energy production. This initiative, called TEREG, aims to strengthen the country’s position in clean energy, create economic opportunities, and ensure long-term energy security, according to Alexandre Arrobbio, the World Bank’s Country Manager for Tunisia. The funding will accelerate the deployment of solar and wind energy, improve the performance of the Tunisian Electricity and Gas Company (STEG), and enhance governance within the energy sector. The objective is to attract $2.8 billion in private investments to add…
The Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests, Ahmed El Bouari, conducted a field visit on Wednesday in the provinces of El Jadida and Benslimane, which fall under the Casablanca-Settat region. This visit focused on the progress of three key agricultural programs as part of the implementation of the “Green Generation 2020–2030” strategy, aimed at enhancing climate resilience, sustainability of production systems, improving agricultural incomes, and creating economic opportunities in rural areas. The programs include the national cactus planting initiative resistant to cochineal, the national direct seeding program, and an integrated irrigation development program for cereal…
China has reached a major turning point in its automotive transition: in October 2025, for the first time, more than half of the new cars sold were new energy vehicles (NEVs), according to the China Association of Automotive Manufacturers (CAAM). These NEVs include 100% electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. In October, they accounted for 51.6% of total new car sales, marking a symbolic milestone in the world’s largest automotive market. From January to October, Chinese manufacturers produced 27.69 million vehicles and sold 27.68 million, an increase of over 10% compared to last year. NEV production surged…