“Morocco has made renewable energy a priority in the development of its energy policy” said Aziz Akhanouch, head of the Moroccan government in his speech at the Italy-Africa Summit during one of the closed-door panels dedicated to renewable energy and the transition energy.
Akhanouch underlined “the global urgency of ensuring sustainable development that combines inclusive economic growth and the fight against climate change”
The North African country intends to position itself as a leader in Africa and in 2018 announced to increase the share of renewable energy produced to over 52% in the electricity mix by 2030, one of the highest shares globally: since then 50 projects have already been operational and more than 60 more are currently in development.
In her inaugural speech, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni identified Morocco as the recipient of the center of excellence for training in renewable energy on the African continent in the framework of the Mattei plan.
Akhannouch explained that “Morocco, thanks to its geographical location and its renewable energy resources, aspires to become a key player in the development of the green hydrogen sector at a regional level and in accordance with the commitment with our African partners” .
The Moroccan Prime Minister recalled the various cooperation projects launched, underlining that “since 2019, Morocco and Ethiopia have created a Coalition for access to sustainable energy in order to satisfy the vital needs of the world population, in particular the inhabitants of the regions isolated areas of least developed countries and other developing countries with a strong impact on universal access to energy”. He also recalled the Nigeria/Morocco gas pipeline which will supply 11 countries along its route and will benefit more than 400 million people, strengthening the energy sovereignty of the countries concerned. [Da Redazione InfoAfrica]
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