In 2025, Morocco's electricity consumption is predominantly reliant on fossil fuels, which make up nearly two-thirds of the total. Coal alone accounts for more than half of the energy mix, followed by almost 9% from gas. In terms of low-carbon solutions, Morocco is faring somewhat better, with more than a quarter of its electricity stemming from clean sources. Wind energy is the dominant player within this segment, supplying about one-fifth of the total electricity. Meanwhile, solar energy contributes nearly 4%, and hydropower accounts for just shy of 2%. Net imports also play a role, covering almost 8% of Morocco's electricity needs.
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Is Electricity Growing in Morocco?
Despite Morocco's efforts, electricity consumption experienced a notable reduction in 2025, registering 893 kWh per person compared to the record 1219 kWh per person in 2024. This marks a significant decline of 327 kWh per person. This dip is evident not only in overall electricity use but also in the generation of low-carbon electricity, which decreased by 80 kWh per person in 2025. The country's capacity to grow its clean energy sector is critical to rebounding from this downturn and ensuring sustainable growth in the electricity sector.
Suggestions
To enhance its low-carbon electricity generation, Morocco should consider expanding its existing wind energy infrastructure further, given its already significant role in the country's electricity mix. Learning from countries like Denmark and Iowa, which have successfully integrated wind energy (60% and 58%, respectively), Morocco could find additional ways to harness this abundant resource. Besides wind, the expansion of solar energy is vital, following the lead of sunny regions like Nevada and Lebanon, where solar energy accounts for over 30% of electricity generation. Furthermore, the development of nuclear energy could provide a stable and substantial low-carbon base, looking to examples from countries like France and Slovakia, where nuclear generates over two-thirds of electricity.
History
Historically, Morocco has seen fluctuations in its low-carbon electricity generation. In the late 1990s, hydropower experienced both growth and contraction, with notable increases in the 1996 and 2009 periods and declines in 1999 and 2011. The 2010s brought a more diversified approach with consistent wind energy development and increasing solar power utilization. Noteworthy periods include 2013 to 2019, which saw steady wind and solar advancements. The most recent data indicates a surge in wind energy in 2024, although there was a regrettable decline in 2025. These historical shifts underscore the importance of consistent investment and expansion in low-carbon infrastructure to secure a sustainable future for Morocco's electricity demand.
