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The rise of sustainable finance is progressively transforming the rules of access to international markets. Environmental, social, and governance criteria, more commonly known by the acronym ESG, have now emerged as a decisive factor in investor decisions. For Moroccan banks, this evolution translates into an acceleration of green bond issuances and an enhancement of non-financial reporting. Behind this dynamic lies a key question: is this a structural transformation of the banking model or a tactical adjustment aimed at meeting market expectations? In an interview with Le360, Said Skounti, a researcher at the IMAL Initiative, notes a growing awareness within the…

Morocco occupies a central position in the global ranking for sustainable competitiveness. This is revealed in the 2025 edition of the Global Sustainable Competitiveness Index (GSCI), an international index published by the think tank SolAbility that assesses countries’ ability to generate long-term prosperity while preserving their natural resources and social cohesion. In this ranking of 192 countries, the Kingdom is positioned at 84th place with a score of approximately 46.8 points, placing it in the global average. The index relies on nearly 190 indicators and analyzes several dimensions of sustainable development, including natural capital, resource efficiency, governance, economic sustainability, as…

Morocco has taken a new step in transforming its agricultural model. With support from the World Bank, the Kingdom is preparing to launch a pilot project aimed at accelerating the adoption of conservation agriculture, an approach designed to enhance farm resilience against climate change while improving soil productivity. This project is part of the Filaha 2025-2029 program, a comprehensive initiative to transform Morocco’s agri-food systems to make agriculture more competitive, sustainable, and better integrated into the markets. The initiative aims to assist 1,200 farmers over nearly 20,000 hectares to adopt so-called “climate-smart” agricultural practices by 2029. The financing of the…

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has just adopted its new strategy for transitioning to a green economy for the period 2026-2030. The European institution aims to mobilize at least €150 billion in climate investments to accelerate energy transformation in its countries of operation. In this roadmap, Morocco emerges as one of the most strategic partners in the southern and eastern Mediterranean region. With this new program, the EBRD aims for a significant increase in its green financing. The announced €150 billion represents a roughly one-third increase compared to the funding mobilized between 2021 and 2025. The stakes…

The 4th edition of the “KEY – Energy Transition Expo” concluded on Friday at the Rimini Exhibition Centre in Italy, registering a 10% increase in the number of visitors, with 9% being international, and the participation of 530 buyers from around sixty countries. As a leading event of the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) in Europe, Africa, and the Mediterranean region, this energy transition fair was also distinguished this year by the presence of around 1,000 exhibitors, including 320 international ones, reaffirming its role as a global energy platform. Inaugurated last Wednesday by Italian Minister of the Environment and Energy Security,…

The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) and the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (MASEN) have announced the signing of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for the Noor Atlas photovoltaic solar program and the commencement of construction work. ### Six Plants Distributed Across Several Regions The Noor Atlas program plans to establish six photovoltaic solar plants in different regions of the Kingdom: – Ain Béni Mathar (Jerada Province) – Boudnib (Errachidia Province) – Bouanane (Figuig Province) – Enjil (Boulemane Province) – Tata (Tata Province) – Tan-Tan (Tan-Tan Province) These installations will represent a total capacity of 305 MW. MASEN…

The Competition Council has announced that it has been approached regarding a project for economic concentration involving the creation of several joint ventures between Nareva Holding and Taqa Morocco. This operation concerns the establishment of joint ventures dedicated to renewable energy production, seawater desalination, and water transportation. In accordance with competition legislation, the Council has published a summary of the operation and invites interested parties to submit their comments within ten days, until March 16, 2026. Three Types of Joint Ventures The project outlines the creation of several joint entities held equally by Nareva Holding and Taqa Morocco (42.5% each),…

In response to years of drought and variability in precipitation, Morocco is accelerating the transformation of its water policy by focusing on a diversified water mix that combines dams, seawater desalination, inter-basin transfers, and the reuse of wastewater.Expanding Storage CapacityThe Kingdom currently has 156 large dams with a total storage capacity of approximately 20.8 billion m³, according to the Minister of Equipment and Water, Nizar Baraka.Since 2022, seven new dams have been commissioned, while 14 large dams and five medium-sized dams are currently under construction. These projects are expected to add nearly 5 billion m³ of additional capacity, raising the…

BMCI, a subsidiary of the BNP Paribas Group, has entered into a strategic partnership with VoltaMotors Morocco to support the development of electric mobility in the Kingdom. The agreement aims to facilitate access to electric motorcycles by offering individuals tailored financing solutions. ### Facilitating the Purchase of Electric Motorcycles Through this partnership, the two companies seek to integrate financing directly into the purchasing process, making the acquisition of an electric vehicle more accessible. Customers will benefit from flexible and transparent payment solutions that match their financial capabilities. ### Overcoming Barriers to Electric Mobility According to the partners, the goal is…

The National Office for Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) is embarking on a new phase in the project for an ultra-high voltage power line connecting Boujdour to Tensift. The agency has initiated topographical studies aimed at preparing the route for this strategic infrastructure, which is set to transport electricity generated in the southern provinces to the center of the country. ### An Infrastructure to Transport Renewable Electricity The project aims to establish an “electric highway” capable of delivering up to 3,000 MW of renewable energy to the consumption areas in the heart of the Kingdom. The launched studies concern a…