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Environment


Morocco's efforts in water security and energy transition at international forum

Morocco, as the sole representative from North Africa, participated in a ministerial roundtable held in London focusing on water security and climate challenges. This event served as an opportunity to present the Kingdom’s strategic directions regarding natural resource management and energy transition,......

Heavy rain boosts Morocco's dams amid ongoing water crisis

Recent heavy rainfall has provided a significant reprieve for Morocco's water reservoirs, notably the Oued El Makhazine dam, which has reached full capacity. This achievement brings the total number of fully filled dams under the Loukkos Hydraulic Basin Agency (ABHL) to four, as reported by the Directorate......

China-Morocco collaboration turns plastic waste into energy products

The Chinese company "Beston" has successfully installed and started operating a plastic pyrolysis unit (BJL-16) in Morocco. This initiative is part of a project aimed at converting polymer waste into usable energy resources. The installation was carried out with precision, including the assembly......

Water reserves in Souss-Massa region exceed 149 million cubic meters

The water reserves in the significant dams located in the Souss-Massa region have surpassed 149 million cubic meters as of March 18, 2025, as reported by the Souss-Massa Hydraulic Basin Agency. The total capacity of these dams exceeds 740.774 million cubic meters, with current reserves recorded at 149.403......

French winemakers turn to Morocco's argan tree amid drought challenges

In the foothills of the Pyrenees, a collective of French winemakers is confronting an escalating dilemma reminiscent of challenges faced in Morocco: persistent drought conditions. Rather than waiting for climatic improvements, these vintners are exploring innovative alternatives, drawing inspiration......

Groundbreaking resolution addresses drug-related environmental issues

The 68th session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs, held from March 10 to 14 in Vienna, marked a significant milestone with the adoption of a resolution presented by Morocco, France, and Brazil. This unprecedented resolution focuses on the environmental impacts of illicit drug-related......

Unexplained foam blankets Sidi Bernoussi streets in Casablanca, raising alarm

A peculiar incident has unfolded in the Sidi Bernoussi district of Casablanca, where substantial amounts of white foam have blanketed the streets, prompting significant disruption to traffic and environmental concerns among both residents and officials. The occurrence took place on Tuesday night amid......

Morocco's Dam Filling Rate Reaches 29.08%

The current evolution of water reserves is explained by better-distributed rainfall earlier in the year, contrasting with the prolonged drought that severely affected hydraulic stocks in 2023 and 2024. However, despite this relative improvement, the overall level remains well below the averages recorded......

Temporary suspension of maritime traffic at Tangier Ville port

Severe weather conditions, including strong winds and wave heights exceeding three meters, have led to the temporary suspension of maritime traffic between Tangier Ville and Tarifa, effective Friday, March 7, 2025. Abdelaziz Elouardi, the vice president of Tangier Ville port and head of commercial operations,......

Snowfall alert: Morocco braces for snow across key provinces

The Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) has forecasted significant snowfall, ranging from 5 to 15 centimeters, on elevations above 1,800 meters across several provinces in Morocco. The snowfall is expected to occur on Monday and Tuesday. According to the DGM's orange-level weather alert, snowfall......

ONEE unveils MAD 41 million project to bolster clean water access in Moroccan provinces

The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) has launched an ambitious project to enhance the drinking water supply in several provinces, aiming to improve access to clean water for thousands of residents. The initiative, valued at 41 million Moroccan dirhams, focuses on the Mkanssa......

ONEE invests 41 million MAD to enhance potable water production in northern Morocco

The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) has recently launched the first phase of a major project aimed at improving the drinking water supply system in several communes, including Mkanssa in the Taounate province, as well as neighboring areas in Sidi Kacem and Moulay Yaacoub. The......

Morocco unveils ambitious forest investment plan for 2020-2030

Morocco's National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF) has unveiled a comprehensive Forest Investment Master Plan in Rabat, marking a significant step forward in implementing the "Forests of Morocco 2020-2030" strategy. The announcement came during a major event attended by national and......