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Morocco is resolutely betting on seawater desalination to address the water crisis. Seventeen plants are already operational, thirteen more are under construction, and the largest in Africa will soon be built in Casablanca. The goal: to produce 1.7 billion cubic meters by 2033. However, this scaling up comes at a cost. According to the Renub Research firm, the Moroccan desalination market will reach $850 million by 2033, nearly double the current level. This growth reflects the Kingdom’s ambition to sustainably secure its resources amid chronic drought and extreme water stress. Major stations in Agadir, Dakhla, and Laayoune already demonstrate this…

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the European Union (EU), and the Moroccan Ministry of Agriculture are joining forces to launch an ambitious integrated water resource management program in the Fès-Meknès plain, a strategic region in the heart of Morocco’s agricultural landscape. Named SGIRE-Fès-Meknès, this project is part of the Saïss and Garet Basin Conservation Program. It aims to establish a sustainable technical governance framework for both groundwater and surface water through a modernized approach based on data, consultation, and innovation. The initiative, currently in international call for tenders, falls within the agro-industrial sector and is funded by…

During the meeting of the Executive Bureau of UCESA on Wednesday in Bouznika, participants also congratulated the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) of Morocco, in its capacity as the current president of UCESA, for the outstanding quality of the documents produced and the intensity of activities carried out. They highlighted UCESA’s positioning and substantial contribution in Africa and on the international stage under the Moroccan presidency, according to a statement from CESE. On this occasion, the presidents of the Executive Bureau members praised the accomplishments of the Union, particularly the granting of a Headquarters Agreement by the authorities of…

In Casablanca, a debate organized by GIZ (German Cooperation) and the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) highlighted an undeniable reality: in Morocco, climate issues can no longer be separated from economic and social policies. Climate transition is no longer just an environmental topic, but an imperative for development and social justice. Gathered around the theme “Climate and Just Transition – the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and Budget Alignment,” experts, public officials, and journalists discussed the financial and political means necessary to achieve the Kingdom’s new objectives: a 53% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035. ### A Country Under…

Climate disasters are now costing insurers around AUD 4.5 billion (USD 2.9 billion) each year, a figure three times higher than it was thirty years ago, according to a report released on Tuesday by the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA). This rise reflects the increase in extreme weather events, the growing population in flood-prone areas, and the ongoing vulnerability of infrastructure to climate change, the Council explained. Since the beginning of the decade, insurers have been paying out an average of AUD 4.5 billion in claims annually. In 2025 alone, three major disasters—floods in northern Queensland, former cyclone Alfred, and…

Thailand risks losing between 7% and 14% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2050 if it does not take swift measures to adapt to the effects of climate change, warns a report from the World Bank. The loss of productivity linked to heat will be the primary economic threat, impacting workers across all sectors. In Bangkok, each additional degree Celsius could cost up to $3.8 billion in deaths, lost productivity, and increased energy consumption, nearly 2% of the capital’s GDP. The report also highlights that coastal erosion already affects 30% of Thailand’s coastline and could cost the tourism sector…

The second phase of the third edition of the “Green Schools” program was launched on Monday in Casablanca, benefiting the remaining 22 primary schools to instill awareness about the importance of cleanliness and ecological responsibility among students. According to a joint statement from the Casablanca Municipality and SDL Casa Baia, this phase will be marked by the inclusion of two charitable associations in the program, which are also set to benefit from the program’s activities. This initiative aims to broaden the scope of the project and promote values of solidarity and inclusion by involving stakeholders from different sectors of Casablanca’s…

At a time when environmental performance is becoming a crucial competitive lever in global agricultural markets, Smurfit Westrock reaffirms its commitment to Morocco and its support for national producers and exporters. During the Fruit Attraction 2025 trade fair in Madrid, the group introduced a new generation of paper packaging designed to meet the challenges of Morocco’s agricultural sector. Present in the Kingdom with a state-of-the-art industrial site, an Experience Centre in Rabat, and several regional units, Smurfit Westrock develops 100% recyclable, renewable, and biodegradable solutions tailored to the performance, traceability, and sustainability requirements of Moroccan fruit and vegetable supply chains.…

Morocco has emerged as one of the most dynamic countries on the continent in terms of water desalination. According to the latest report from the international firm Renub Research, the value of the Moroccan desalination market is expected to grow from $400 million in 2024 to $850 million by 2033, representing an increase of 112% over this period, with an estimated average annual growth rate of 8.7%. This growth can be attributed to a combination of factors: the depletion of natural resources, significant public investments, the rise of renewable energy sources, and a growing demand for sustainable water, particularly in…

China reaches a new milestone in the race for energy efficiency in digital infrastructure. Off the coast of Shanghai, Highlander, in partnership with several public groups, is set to submerge a data center underwater, a first of its kind in the country. The goal is to utilize the natural coolness of the ocean depths to cool servers, a process that could reduce energy used for cooling by up to 90%—one of the most costly and polluting aspects of the digital economy. ### The Ocean: A New Natural Refrigerant The capsule, fully waterproof and designed to withstand underwater pressure, will house…