In Morocco's electricity landscape as of 2025, fossil fuels still dominate the generation mix with over 70% of electricity coming from fossil sources, predominantly coal, which alone accounts for roughly three-fifths of the total. In contrast, low-carbon or clean energy sources represent more than a quarter of the generation, with wind energy standing out as a significant contributor, providing more than a fifth of Morocco's electricity. Solar and hydropower, while part of the low-carbon mix, contribute just over 4% and under 2% respectively. These figures suggest a sizeable, albeit still insufficient, shift towards cleaner energy sources, which is crucial for reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.
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Is Electricity Growing in Morocco?
Examining Morocco's electricity consumption trends, the total electricity consumption per person has seen a decline, dropping from 1,219 kWh/person in 2024 to 1,090 kWh/person in 2025. This decrease of 130 kWh/person reflects a worrying trend in terms of overall electricity usage. The consumption of clean electricity has also decreased from 316 kWh/person to 298 kWh/person, marking a reduction of 18 kWh/person. These declines indicate that not only is Morocco consuming less electricity overall, but it is also generating less clean electricity per person, which could hinder efforts towards sustainable development and meeting the future demands of electrification.
Suggestions
To bolster low-carbon electricity generation, Morocco should focus on expanding its wind energy capabilities, as they are already generating substantial amounts of electricity. Learning from countries that have successfully integrated low-carbon technologies, Morocco could consider increasing its solar energy capacity, taking inspiration from regions like Lebanon and California that generate over 30% of their electricity from solar. The potential for nuclear energy should also be explored, as countries like France and Slovakia generate a significant majority of their electricity from this source. By investing in a robust mix of wind, solar, and nuclear energy, Morocco can strengthen its electricity infrastructure and advance towards a more sustainable energy future.
History
Looking historically, Morocco's journey with low-carbon electricity generation has been marked by gradual advancements. Starting from the 1990s, hydropower saw some fluctuations, with periodic increases followed by declines, particularly noticeable in the late 1990s and early 2010s. Since the late 2000s, wind energy has progressively increased, especially notable with substantial increments in 2018, 2019, and a remarkable growth seen in 2024. Solar energy began making its mark around 2018, contributing to the low-carbon mix consistently each year following its debut. These trends highlight Morocco's incremental but positive strides in integrating cleaner energy sources, although consistent growth, particularly in solar and nuclear, is essential to meet the demands of the future.
