Imagine a country that turns sunlight into gold and wind into electricity—a nation where renewable energy isn’t just a political promise but a thriving reality. That country is Morocco, a global leader in the transition to clean energy. But this isn’t just about solar panels baking under the sun or wind turbines spinning aimlessly. It’s about a bold vision, massive investments, and a strategy that’s capturing global attention.
Morocco is making waves in the renewable energy sector. According to the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2025, the country ranks 8th worldwide, outperforming several economic powerhouses. Even more impressive, Morocco is the only African and Arab country in the global top 10 for climate action. This success is no coincidence—it’s the result of strategic decisions and ambitious projects like the Noor Ouarzazate Solar Complex and the Tarfaya Wind Farm, both national landmarks in clean energy.
Morocco initially set a target of 42% renewable energy in its national energy mix—and it has already hit the mark. Now, the goal has been raised to 52% by 2030. To make this happen, the country has dramatically increased its investments: annual spending in the sector has tripled, while investments in electricity networks have quintupled. This isn’t just a short-lived initiative—Morocco is modernizing its infrastructure and creating an attractive environment for investors, ensuring long-term sustainability.
It’s no surprise that global energy giants are setting their sights on Morocco. In October 2024, TotalEnergies launched a feasibility study for a green hydrogen and ammonia project in Guelmim-Oued Noun. With 1 gigawatt of wind and solar capacity, the project aims to produce 200,000 tons of green ammonia per year, mainly for export to Europe.
Meanwhile, French energy giant Engie has partnered with OCP Group, Morocco’s phosphate powerhouse, in a €17 billion agreement to develop renewable energy, green hydrogen, and seawater desalination. This strategic alliance strengthens French-Moroccan cooperation in a sector undergoing rapid transformation.
One of the most ambitious projects on the table is Xlinks, a groundbreaking initiative that could turn Morocco into the UK’s energy powerhouse. The plan? A 4,000 km undersea cable connecting Morocco to the UK, capable of supplying 7 million British homes with clean energy. With 10.5 GW of solar and wind power generated on Moroccan soil, this project alone could cover 8% of the UK’s energy needs.
And Morocco isn’t stopping there. Thanks to its strategic location, the country aims to become a key energy hub between Africa, Europe, and the Atlantic. By facilitating the transit and certification of clean electricity, Morocco is positioning itself as an essential player in the global energy transition.
Mohamed MOUNADI
