Morocco is taking significant strides to address its intensifying water crisis, with the Koudiat Borna dam project in Sidi Kacem province emerging as a key component of the nation's water infrastructure strategy. As of October 7, 2024, construction of the dam has reached 89% completion, with operations......

As Florida's west coast prepares for the impending arrival of Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm with sustained winds reaching 258 km/h (160 mph), residents are bracing for potentially catastrophic conditions. The storm is expected to make landfall within the next 24 hours, following the recent......

Florida is steeling itself for what could be the most devastating hurricane in recent memory. Hurricane Milton, a Category 4 storm packing winds of up to 155 mph, is barreling towards the state's west coast, threatening to unleash unprecedented destruction upon landfall. The 2024 hurricane season......

The World Power-to-X Summit 2024 launched today in Marrakech, Morocco, bringing together global experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to advance green hydrogen development. This high-profile event, co-organized by the Research Institute for Solar Energy and New Energies (IRESEN), the Green H2 Cluster,......

A recent report has highlighted a troubling trend in global forest loss, revealing that the world is significantly off track in its efforts to halt deforestation by 2030. The  Forest Declaration Assessment 2024  indicates that approximately  6.37 million hectares  (15.7 million acres)......

As Hurricane Milton intensifies into a formidable Category 5 storm, Florida faces an imminent threat that could exacerbate the devastation already inflicted by Hurricane Helene just weeks prior. With evacuation orders affecting over a million residents along the state's western coastline, officials......

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has released a striking report indicating that 2023 marked the driest year for rivers globally in three decades, raising alarms about the state of water resources amid escalating climate challenges. The report, titled *State of Global Water Resources*, highlights......

INNOVX, a subsidiary of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), has unveiled its latest venture, ParkX, dedicated to the development and management of sustainable industrial parks. This innovative subsidiary aims to revolutionize the industrial landscape by incorporating circular economy principles......

In a significant move for the renewable energy sector, Xlinks Limited has appointed Samantha Harrison, a former UK government adviser, as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). This appointment comes as the company spearheads the groundbreaking Morocco-UK Power Project, an initiative set to revolutionize......

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, North Carolina is intensifying its search and rescue operations to assist hundreds of individuals isolated by washed-out roads and disrupted communication systems. The storm has tragically resulted in over 100 fatalities across several states, including North Carolina,......

Morocco is taking bold steps to address climate change by fostering stronger public-private partnerships and leveraging innovative financing mechanisms. At the forefront of this initiative is the Mohammed VI Fund for Investment, a cornerstone of the nation's climate strategy with an initial capital......

The historic Chellah site in Rabat served as the backdrop for the successful conclusion of the 4th edition of Climate Day, an event that has become pivotal in the global dialogue on climate change. This year, over 450 participants from diverse sectors including public officials, private enterprises,......

As the impacts of climate change become increasingly evident, policymakers and researchers are questioning the traditional design of buildings, particularly the ubiquitous basement. With extreme rainfall and flooding events on the rise, the once-popular basement is facing scrutiny for its vulnerability......