Rabat – Morocco unveiled today three new decrees designed to expedite its transition to renewable energy.
Presented during a government council by Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development Leila Benali, these decrees are designed to boost Morocco’s regulatory framework for a better sustainable energy transition.
According to Benali’s ministry, the new decrees are intended to execute a National Energy Strategy and adopt recommendations from a fresh development model.
The ministry emphasized that these decrees aim to diversify energy sources, reduce the carbon footprint of the national economy, provide widespread access to affordable energy, safeguard the environment, and address growing electricity demand while reducing reliance on foreign energy.
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The first decree focuses on smart meters and self-generated electricity, detailing the features of bidirectional smart meters capable of remote operations. These meters are designed to enable accurate tracking of electricity drawn from and fed into the national grid by self-generators or network managers.
They are essential for advancing Morocco’s smart electrical grids, integrating renewable energies more effectively, and enhancing energy supply security by managing the variable nature of these energies and optimizing their transmission.
The second decree outlines the procedures for granting “certificates of origin” for electricity generated from renewable sources and designates the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development as the issuing authority.
It is also set to establish a clear process for certifying renewable electricity, create new marketing opportunities for green products, and align with international standards to ensure the validity of these certificates.
The third decree maps out details for energy service companies, encouraging them to implement energy-saving mechanisms. It will allow these companies to conduct studies to reduce energy consumption and bolster energy equipment’s performance.
This decree will also seek to promote job creation and support the development of a new generation of companies in the energy efficiency sector.
The decree comes as Morocco seeks to consolidate its growing reputation as a regional and global leader in the much-needed transition to clean energy.
In its June 2024 report, “Fostering Effective Energy Transition 2024,” the World Economic Forum (WEF) described Morocco as a leader in North Africa’s shift to cleaner energy.
Worldwide, Morocco is ranked 65th on the Energy Transition Index (ETI), making it the top performer in the Maghreb region. The country’s strong score of 60.5 reflects its robust energy system, supported by major investments in solar and wind projects.
Meanwhile, its readiness score of 46.5 stresses Morocco’s dedication to long-term sustainability through supportive policies, research, and skill development.
