Morocco’s renewable energy strategy came under the spotlight during the fifth session of the Federal Climate Parliament (PFC) in Salta, northern Argentina.
The meeting was held alongside the EU-Mercosur Federal Forum, which focused on climate dialogue and cooperation. Morocco participated as the guest of honor, presenting its approach to energy transition and environmental resilience.
Morocco’s Ambassador to Argentina, Fares Yassir, outlined the Kingdom’s progress in renewable energy, decarbonization and sustainable resource management. He explained that dependence on fossil fuels, climate change and growing water scarcity had made energy transition a strategic national priority.
Under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Morocco began reshaping its energy model in the early 2000s. The objective was to strengthen the country’s economic and energy resilience through long-term investment.
Solar and wind power now represent key components of this strategy. Morocco aims to increase renewable energy sources to 52% of installed electricity generation capacity by 2030.
Yassir also highlighted the country’s ambitions in green hydrogen. Morocco has set a production target of one million tonnes annually by 2030, positioning the sector as a potential driver of future industrial development.
The ambassador underlined the importance of public and private investment, alongside international partnerships, in accelerating the transition toward a low-carbon economy.
He also pointed to closer climate-policy cooperation between Morocco and the European Union, particularly through the Green Partnership. According to Yassir, strong political commitment and long-term leadership are essential to achieving climate objectives.
The Salta meeting brought together representatives of parliamentary climate committees from different Argentine jurisdictions. Discussions addressed the creation of a federal framework to respond to climate challenges and support targets for 2035 and 2050.
Morocco’s experience attracted interest from participating lawmakers, especially regarding its environmental legislation. PFC members are considering an institutional visit to Rabat to strengthen parliamentary cooperation and examine Morocco’s energy transition initiatives firsthand.
