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What will Morocco's energy roadmap look like in 2019-2030?

Looking ahead, Morocco’s roadmap for 2019-2030 outlined the addition of 4262 MW of capacity, primarily from renewables (99.5%). This includes specific targets for wind, concentrated solar power, solar photovoltaic, and biomass energy.

How much energy does Morocco produce from renewables?

Production of energy from renewables lagged behind a little, at closer to 20% of the country's total in 2019. But the country has come a long way. Morocco has since pledged to increase the renewables in its electricity mix to 52% by 2030, made up of 20% solar, 20% wind and 12% hydro.

Does Morocco need solar power?

And even as it seeks to end its dependence on fossil fuels, its energy demands are rising fast. Despite these challenges, Morocco has a huge natural potential to produce solar, wind and hydropower, and has taken significant steps to realise it.

Why should Morocco invest in natural gas & LNG?

The long-term vision underscores the critical need for diversifying Natural Gas and LNG sources, as a risk-hedging mechanism, given Morocco’s heavy reliance on energy imports (90% of total energy). This strategic roadmap reflects Morocco's commitment to securing a sustainable and diversified energy future (mem.gov a, 2023).

How can Morocco improve energy security?

The Government of Morocco seeks to increase security of supply by reducing dependence on energy imports, including increasing use of renewable sources for electricity production. As of the end of 2022, the share of renewable energy in the electrical capacity mix stood at 38 percent, or 4,154 MW.

What is Morocco's strategic focus on natural gas?

Morocco’s strategic focus on natural gas is articulated through a domestic roadmap, the Natural Gas roadmap that was launched in 2021 and covers the period 2021-2050,aims to create a regulated market that stimulates evolving demand.