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Agadir – The Casablanca desalination plant is scheduled to become operational in February 2027, Minister of Equipment and Water Nizar Baraka announced during the last session of the House of Representatives.
Baraka announced that the long-awaited project is progressing as planned and is expected to significantly improve water availability in the region.
The minister added that this plant will resolve many issues related to water access.
The plant, currently under construction, is one of Morocco’s largest strategic water infrastructure projects and forms part of the country’s broader efforts to strengthen water security amid years of recurring drought and declining conventional water resources.
Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan launched construction of the facility in June 2024.
Once operational, the plant will initially produce 200 million cubic meters of desalinated water annually, with plans to expand production to 300 million cubic meters per year in a second phase.
Most of the water produced will supply drinking water to Casablanca and neighboring regions, while part will be allocated to agricultural irrigation, helping reduce pressure on conventional water resources, including the Oum Er-Rbia basin.
According to Baraka, the plant will largely contribute to the national strategy of guaranteeing universal access to drinking water while securing the country’s long-term water resources.
“This strategy aims to provide 100% of citizens with access to drinking water while securing 80% of water needs. A dedicated national program has been developed to achieve these objectives,” Baraka said.
The minister explained that expanding seawater desalination is a key pillar of Morocco’s water strategy, “allowing us to secure drinking water supplies for the population while also providing water for agricultural irrigation.”
“Equally important is ensuring that the water stored in dams remains available for rural areas and for agriculture,” he said.
