Morocco solar Power Generation System

How much solar energy does Morocco use?

As of early 2025, fresh figures from the Moroccan Ministry of Energy show that solar energy alone now accounts for around 20% of the nation’s total electricity production. This marks a dramatic increase from just a decade ago, when Morocco relied heavily on imported fossil fuels.

Will Morocco be able to generate 52% of its electricity by 2030?

Morocco is making headlines for its bold leap into the solar energy frontier, setting out to generate over 52% of its electricity from renewables by 2030. As of early 2025, fresh figures from the Moroccan Ministry of Energy show that solar energy alone now accounts for around 20% of the nation’s total electricity production.

Is Morocco ready for solar energy?

Morocco’s outlook for solar energy is as bright as its desert sun. The government’s latest roadmap, unveiled in March 2025, targets an installed solar capacity of 10 GW by 2030—an ambitious leap from the current 3.5 GW. New projects are underway in regions like Tata and Zagora, where high solar irradiance promises optimal yields.

Will Morocco become Africa's solar energy pioneer?

Morocco’s exceptional solar resources, reaching 2,264 kWh/m²/year in southern regions, position the country to become Africa’s solar energy pioneer, new SolarPower Europe report reveals. Morocco’s solar power capacity could surge from 0.32 GW to 4.35 GW by 2028.