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Azura Group and Suez Forge Alliance for Organic Waste Valorization in Southern Morocco
In a strategic move towards sustainable waste management, the Azura Group and Suez have joined forces for the valorization of organic waste in the southern regions of Morocco. Recent contracts have been signed between the two entities to operate multiple composting platforms dedicated to processing organic waste generated by Azura's activities in the Agadir and Dakhla regions. This collaboration solidifies a strong partnership initiated in 2020 when Suez took on the responsibility of managing and re-circularizing waste from Azura Group's operations.
Hicham Harakat, Chief Executive Officer of the Azura Group, emphasizes the company's commitment to sustainable and responsible practices, stating, "This new partnership with Suez once again demonstrates our strong commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as evidenced by our agreement with the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTI)." Harakat further explains that the implementation of composting units for organic waste will result in an annual reduction of approximately 16,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Benjamin Vauthier, the General Manager of Suez Morocco, notes that this contract marks a significant milestone in their relationship with Azura, showcasing Suez's ability to consistently offer resilient, innovative, and value-added solutions to reduce the environmental impact of their clients' activities. Vauthier emphasizes the contribution of Suez's local teams to the growth of the local economy, benefiting not only Azura but also other Moroccan companies.
The two contracts signed by Suez and the Azura Group have a duration of 6 years each and involve the establishment of several organic waste transformation platforms. These platforms, with a total capacity of 116,000 tonnes of organic waste per year, will annually produce 42,000 tonnes of compost and 43,000 tonnes of semi-finished solid recovered fuel (CSR). Both Azura and Suez view this solution as aligned with the principles of the circular economy and resource preservation, to which they are deeply committed.
Given the water stress in the region, compost, as an organic amendment, provides an alternative to enhance water retention and improve soil quality. Additionally, it addresses climate challenges by reintegrating carbon into the soil. To create value for the local community, the high-quality compost produced will be marketed by a local actor to agricultural producers in the region, contributing to the overall sustainability of the initiative.