Moroccan researchers have modelled a national corridor for green hydrogen. Their most economical scenario combines a 900-kilometre pipeline between Tan-Tan and Mohammedia with coastal maritime transport to Jorf Lasfar and Tanger Med.
The energy partnership announced by OCP and Engie is ultimately not expected to reach the scale originally envisioned. The program, initially valued at between €15 billion and €18 billion, has been substantially reduced. The two groups are nevertheless continuing to prepare their joint venture.
A report published by the European Commission distinguishes between industrial capacities already operational in Morocco and investments that have only been announced or are still under development. The Kingdom produces battery materials and certain energy equipment, but several strategic links remain absent.
King Mohammed VI chaired on Tuesday at the Royal Cabinet in Rabat a working session on the progress of the renewable energy development program and the new prospects in this field.