Rabat: Morocco has successfully completed the preliminary phase of its ambitious ‘Chbika 1’ green hydrogen project, marking a significant milestone in the country’s renewable energy initiatives. This development was confirmed during a recent committee meeting, setting the stage for advanced studies and further progress in collaboration with a consortium of French and Danish investors.
According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, the committee has also approved the signing of preliminary land reservation contracts with five national and foreign investors. These contracts, pre-selected during a steering committee meeting on March 6, 2025, will facilitate the implementation of six projects consistent with the ‘Morocco Offer’ in the Kingdom’s three Southern regions, amounting to an investment of MAD 319 billion.
During the meeting, Head of Government Akhannouch lauded the positive progress and rigorous execution of the ‘Morocco Offer’ in green hydrogen development, in alignment with the High Royal Guidelines. He hi
ghlighted that this momentum reinforces partnerships and confirms the confidence of both national and international stakeholders in Morocco, solidifying the country’s status as a key player in the global energy landscape.
Akhannouch further stressed the significance of coordinated planning for electrical, port, and water desalination infrastructures, ensuring their timelines align with the green hydrogen project agenda. The selection process under ‘Morocco Offer’ is designed to be scientific and transparent, fostering balanced partnerships, encouraging investment, and ensuring efficient use of public land.
The Kingdom remains open to further investor engagement, leveraging its strategic position, abundant natural resources, and world-class infrastructure to maintain its leadership in the renewable energy sector, the press release concludes.