Leila Benali, Morocco’s Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, addressed the House of Representatives in Rabat yesterday, providing an update on the country’s advancing green hydrogen initiatives.
Launched by royal decree from King Mohammed VI, the “Morocco Offer” outlines a comprehensive national strategy that spans the entire value chain — from regulation and institutions to infrastructure. “It is a comprehensive, practical and transparent approach, offering a clear vision for investors,” stated the minister during a parliamentary Q&A session focused on supporting Morocco’s efforts to strengthen energy sovereignty through green hydrogen production.
As part of the initiative, nearly one million hectares of land have been identified, with 300,000 hectares already allocated to investors in the first phase. So far, six national and international consortia have been selected to develop seven green hydrogen projects. These projects are located across Morocco’s southern regions: Guelmim-Oued Noun, Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra, and Dakhla-Oued Eddahab.
Energy Sovereignty in Focus
The seven projects aim to generate around 20 GW of renewable energy capacity, including 10 GW dedicated to electrolysis. They are expected to produce up to 8 million tonnes of green hydrogen derivatives — such as green ammonia, synthetic fuels and green steel.
The minister also highlighted the requirement for 63 million cubic metres of desalinated water annually. Shared desalination stations linked to the projects will help lower the cost per cubic metre and optimise water usage, contributing to both energy and water sovereignty.
Sources: MAP Agency, Moroccan news outlets
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