The wind blew strongly over the Moroccan energy sector in 2024. The Kingdom experienced a record year in installed wind power capacity, with a spectacular addition of 520 megawatts. This performance marks a 372% increase compared to the previous year and pushes the share of wind energy to over 21% of the national electricity mix, relegating hydroelectricity to second place among the country’s renewable energies.
This spectacular leap brings the total wind capacity to 2,368 megawatts, up from 1,898 at the end of 2023, according to figures compiled by international observatories. Two flagship projects explain this progress: the commissioning of the Aftissat II park (200 MW) and the Boujdour park (318 MW), two achievements that position Morocco at the forefront of regional efforts to develop wind energy.
While the momentum is clearly underway, some projects remain pending. This is the case for the pioneering Koudia Al Baïda power plant, whose modernization has been completed for over a year but whose commercial launch is suspended due to a dispute between Siemens Gamesa and the managing company. However, a testing phase began in March 2024.
Morocco’s impact extends beyond its borders. According to the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), the country alone accounts for more than a quarter (26.2%) of the new capacities installed in the Middle East and Africa region, out of a total of 1,981 megawatts. This performance confirms its driving role south of the Mediterranean.
By aiming for 52% renewable energy in its electricity mix by 2030, Morocco could well achieve its goals ahead of schedule. The total capacity of green energy has already surpassed 4,370 megawatts this year, according to Irena. Wind energy leads the way, while solar is capped at 934 megawatts and hydroelectricity at 2,120 megawatts.
Despite this, coal remains the dominant source, accounting for more than 58% of national production. But the trend is clear: since 2021, the curve of renewable capacity additions has been on a constant upward trajectory, with a major qualitative leap in 2024, driven by political will, technical expertise, and structured financing.