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Ecological initiatives are multiplying in Moroccan municipalities. From waste sorting programs to solar energy projects, cities are gradually committing to a green transition, supported by public and private partnerships. In Rabat, smart waste collection is expanding to new pilot neighborhoods. In Marrakech, several primary schools are now partially powered by solar energy. In the North, the municipalities of Tetouan and Larache are investing in wastewater management and plastic recycling. These local initiatives contribute to achieving the national sustainability goals set for 2030. Awareness campaigns launched by the Ministry of Energy Transition encourage citizens to reduce their carbon footprint. Young people…
The Banque Centrale Populaire (BCP) Group has achieved the international certification ISO 37001 – 2025 version, following an audit conducted from July 21 to 25 by Certi-Trust. This distinction recognizes the Group’s Anti-Corruption Management System (ACMS) for its compliance with international standards and affirms its ongoing commitment to transparency and good governance. The certification reinforces an already solidly structured prevention system within the banking group. Central to its institutional strategy, the fight against corruption engages both administrative and management bodies, reflecting a clear intention to instill a culture of integrity at all levels of governance. The ACMS of the BCP…
The Central Popular Bank Group (BCP) has obtained the international certification ISO 37001 – version 2025, following an audit conducted from July 21 to July 25 by the Certi-Trust firm. This distinction recognizes the conformity of the Group’s Anti-Corruption Management System (ACMS) to international standards and underscores its ongoing commitment to transparency and good governance. The certification strengthens an already solid prevention framework within the banking group. Central to the institutional strategy, the fight against corruption engages both administrative and management bodies, reflecting a clear desire to establish a culture of integrity at all levels of governance. The ACMS of…
The President of the World Water Council, Loïc Fauchon, praised Morocco’s policy on water resource management and security during an event in Fès on Wednesday, calling it “an example for the world.” “The Moroccan experience is exemplary as the Kingdom faces climate challenges and population growth, having implemented appropriate solutions to secure water resources,” Mr. Fauchon emphasized while speaking at the 7th Pan-African Conference on Rural Engineering, held under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. The President of the World Water Council highlighted the colossal projects in place and the new technologies introduced, including desalination, wastewater recycling,…
Rainwater harvesting projects undertaken by the Ministry of Equipment and Water are beginning to show results. According to official data, these initiatives have led to an average reduction of 30% in conventional water consumption across several regions of the Kingdom. To date, 187 structures have been completed or are operational as part of this national strategy. They primarily consist of retention basins and reservoirs designed to store rainwater before using it for irrigating green spaces, cleaning roadways, or maintaining public buildings. The ministry allocates nearly 80 million dirhams annually to these projects. They form part of a broader plan aimed…
The OCP Group plans to mobilize 52.5 billion dirhams by 2026, according to Asharq Business. This amount represents the largest share of the planned public investments in Morocco, estimated at 179.7 billion dirhams in the 2026 finance bill. This marks a 6% increase compared to the previous year. This funding is part of the group’s “green program,” which is allocated 130 billion dirhams for the period 2023-2027. The program aims to increase fertilizer production capacity from 12 to 20 million tons, achieve carbon neutrality by 2040, and ensure water self-sufficiency by the end of the year through the use of…
China exemplifies the global energy paradox. The country deploys solar panels and wind turbines at an unprecedented pace but simultaneously continues to expand coal power projects. This duality places Beijing at the center of international climate debates, with its energy policy directly influencing the trajectory of global greenhouse gas emissions. The figures are striking: China added more renewable capacity in one year than the entire United States. However, by the first half of 2025, it had also bolstered its coal infrastructure. In 2024, the country accounted for 93% of new coal power plants constructed worldwide, according to the Centre for…
The Green Economy Fair “ECOMONDO 2025,” set to take place from November 4 to 7 at the Rimini Exhibition Center in Italy, is making a significant advancement by solidifying its global dimension and reaffirming its status as a reference hub for professionals, businesses, and institutions involved in the green, blue, and circular economies. The conference program serves as a true “international think tank,” featuring over 200 speeches and workshops in which more than 800 experts will participate, according to a statement from the organizers. Discussions will focus on crucial topics such as digitalization, combating climate change, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, as…
The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) has recently commissioned two new transformation stations, 225/22 kV, in Skhour Rhamna and Benslimane, with a total investment of nearly 350 million dirhams, as part of the ongoing modernization and expansion of the national electricity transmission network. The Benslimane station (140 MVA) includes the construction of the 225 kV station and the realization of approximately 37 km of Extra High Voltage lines. It contributes to strengthening the electrical supply of the region and sustainably improves service quality, while increasing the reliability and performance of the network, according to a statement from…
The 6th edition of the International Congress on Climate Change (CI2C-2025) concluded on Saturday in Essaouira, following three days of intense debates focused on the need for an equitable energy transition and the promotion of climate justice globally. Held under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, this gathering, organized by the International Research and Capacity Building Center (CI2RC) in partnership with Cadi Ayyad University (UCA) in Marrakech, and with the support of several renowned international institutions, gathered over 100 participants, including international experts and high-level speakers from 12 countries. They aimed to highlight the urgent need to…