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Morocco, one of the most advanced countries in the region regarding energy transition, is establishing itself as a “strategic interlocutor” for the European industry, stated Alessandra Astolfi, the international exhibitions director responsible for the Green & Technology division of the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG). “In recent years, the Kingdom has adopted ambitious policies by developing solid industrial skills in renewable energies and ensuring the diversification of its energy mix,” emphasized Ms. Astolfi in an interview with MAP, on the sidelines of the 4th edition of the “KEY – Energy Transition Expo,” organized by IEG at the exhibition center in Rimini,…

The Minister of National Territorial Development, Urbanism, Housing, and City Policy, Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, called on Monday in Rabat to establish water resilience as a national standard and to make it “a fundamental requirement” in urban planning. Speaking at a working workshop organized by the Ministry of National Territorial Development, Urbanism, Housing, and City Policy, in partnership with the “Majal” Federation of Urban Agencies, under the theme “Water between Abundance and Scarcity: From Territorial Planning to Urban Resilience,” Ms. El Mansouri noted that Morocco is currently facing a new climatic reality marked by a structural water scarcity, compounded by…

Morocco plans to gradually integrate civil nuclear energy into its energy mix to enhance energy security and support its transition towards low-carbon sources. This direction was highlighted by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch during the Second World Nuclear Energy Summit held in Paris. Representing King Mohammed VI at this international gathering, the Prime Minister emphasized that the Moroccan energy strategy, launched in 2009, is based on three major pillars: diversifying the energy mix, developing renewable energy, and strengthening the country’s energy security. In this context, Morocco has made significant strides in developing clean energy. According to Aziz Akhannouch, renewable energy is…

Facing the water stress affecting the country, Morocco is intensifying the development of seawater desalination. The objective is clear: to produce 1.7 billion cubic meters of water per year by 2030 in order to secure the supply of drinking water, support agricultural irrigation, and meet growing industrial needs. According to data reported by L’Economiste, the national program relies on a massive deployment of infrastructure along the coastline, combining large industrial stations and mobile units. This strategy is based on coordination between public and private actors, as well as the integration of modern technologies, particularly in the field of renewable energy.…

The General Confederation of Enterprises of Morocco (CGEM) announced on Tuesday the awarding of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) label to Pharma 5, while renewing this distinction for the Casablanca Stock Exchange and Les Eaux Minérales d’Oulmès. This award comes following a meeting of the Label Attribution Committee within the Confederation, CGEM stated in a press release, noting that the recognition applauds these companies’ commitment to CSR and their ability to systematically integrate the expectations of their internal and external stakeholders. It also marks a new phase in their ongoing efforts for continuous improvement and the consolidation of their responsible…

State Secretary for Marine Fisheries, Zakia Driouich, and Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Morocco, Ilaria Carnevali, signed the documents for the project “Integration of Sustainable Marine Fisheries Value Chains into a Blue Economy for the Large Marine Ecosystems of the Canary Current and Central American Pacific Coast” (GMC2 – Global Marine Commodities 2) on Tuesday in Rabat, marking the official launch of the project’s implementation in Morocco. This international initiative aims to promote the integration of sustainable fisheries value chains into the development of the blue economy. Funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and…

BANK OF AFRICA announces its participation in the financing and arrangement of the Noor Atlas project, a major program dedicated to the development of photovoltaic solar power plants in Morocco. This initiative aligns with the national dynamic of energy transition and the enhancement of electricity production from renewable sources. The project aims to construct, commission, and operate six photovoltaic solar power plants located in Ain Beni Mathar, Bouanane, Boudnib, Enjil, Tan-Tan, and Tata. These installations will collectively represent a total capacity of 240 MWac, thereby strengthening the Kingdom’s energy mix. Led by MASEN, the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy, the…

Despite legal advancements enshrining gender equality, women’s economic participation remains limited in Morocco. In a recent report, the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) warns of the persistent gap between the normative progress made in recent years and the reality of women’s professional integration, calling for structural reforms to remove the obstacles hindering their access to the labor market. Since the 2011 Constitution, which enshrines the principle of parity, several legal texts have been adopted to enhance the protection of women’s rights and promote their participation in economic and social life. Yet, according to CESE, these legal advancements still struggle…

Long perceived as a marginal economic model, the Moroccan cooperative movement is gradually establishing itself as a pillar of the social and solidarity economy. With nearly 70,000 active cooperatives and more than 778,000 members, this network of local initiatives is now poised to play a more structural role in value creation, employment, and territorial development. These figures, communicated by the Secretary of State for Handicrafts and the Social and Solidarity Economy, Lahcen Saâdi, reflect the progressive transformation of a sector long limited to subsistence activities. Authorities now aspire to make it a genuine economic lever capable of contributing more significantly…

The town of Missour, located in the Fès-Meknès region, has taken a significant step towards securing its drinking water supply with the commissioning of a desalination plant for brackish groundwater. This infrastructure aims to address the growing challenges linked to water stress affecting several regions of Morocco. With a production capacity of three liters per second, the plant will directly serve over 5,000 residents, nearly one-fifth of the town’s population. The facility utilizes reverse osmosis technology, a process that converts salty groundwater into potable water that meets health standards. Beyond its local impact, this project is part of a broader…