Morocco will only continue green hydrogen production if it meets the competitiveness targets set for 2030, said Leïla Benali, Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development. Speaking before the House of Representatives, the minister emphasized that the Kingdom is one of five countries in the world capable of playing a key role in reconfiguring the value chains of this clean energy, thanks to its strategic geographical position, logistical and energy connectivity with Europe and the Atlantic, as well as its multiple free trade agreements covering 62 countries.
However, Ms. Benali was clear: “If Moroccan green hydrogen supply fails to meet competitiveness requirements by 2030, we will stop its production. We will not produce for the sake of producing or to lag behind our competitors.”
**Exclusive access to a German fund of 270 million euros**
Morocco is among the seven eligible countries for the PtX Development Fund, a German fund aimed at supporting large-scale industrial projects in the green hydrogen sector. This fund, endowed with 270 million euros, launched its second call for expressions of interest on January 8, 2025. Interested Moroccan companies have until March 5, 2025, to submit their applications and can apply for non-repayable grants of up to 30 million euros per project.
**Attractive incentives for investors**
To encourage investments in this strategic sector, Morocco has made available 300,000 hectares of land suitable for green hydrogen production, alongside infrastructure that meets international standards. The central role of the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (MASEN) was highlighted by the minister, as it ensures coordination between investor needs and the necessary studies for project development.
The incentive framework proposed by the government includes attractive tax and customs benefits, which have already led to the signing of the first land reservation contract and the granting of licenses to initiate feasibility studies.
**A pragmatic and ambitious vision**
While affirming Morocco’s ambitions to become a key player in green hydrogen, Leïla Benali stressed the need for a pragmatic approach. “We must offer real added value and remain competitive against other sector leaders,” she emphasized, while reminding that the state will not take the risk of investing public money in projects that do not guarantee clear and sustainable profitability.
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