Environment

Morocco is charting a bold course in energy efficiency, aiming to achieve 20% energy savings by 2030 while simultaneously pushing toward generating 52% of its power from renewable sources, according to Energy Minister Leila Benali. The efficiency strategy integrates several key objectives from the country's......

The Moroccan contingent that provided crucial flood relief assistance to Spain's Valencia province is concluding its two-month mission, marking the end of the largest international aid operation following the devastating DANA storm of October 2024. Approximately 100 Moroccan workers from various......

Morocco has achieved a significant milestone by ranking 8th in the 2025 Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI), highlighting the nation's substantial progress in environmental stewardship and sustainable energy development. The country's ambitious target of generating 52% of its electricity......

Morocco's mountainous regions have received substantial snowfall, a phenomenon recently documented through NASA's advanced satellite imagery. The space agency shared a striking animation showcasing snow-covered areas across the country, utilizing false-color corrected reflectance technology known......

Morocco's water situation has taken a positive turn as dam reserves across the country reached a filling rate of 28.44% as of January 2, 2025, according to recent data from the Ministry of Equipment and Water. This marks a notable improvement from the 23.27% recorded during the same period last year. The......

A severe weather system is set to impact several provinces from Sunday through Wednesday, according to the latest weather alert issued by the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM). This system will bring a combination of snowfall, a cold wave, and localized thunderstorms. With a vigilance level of......

Morocco's mountainous regions are preparing for significant snowfall this weekend, as the Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) issues an orange-level alert for multiple provinces. The weather system is expected to bring substantial snow accumulation from Saturday through Monday, potentially affecting......

At the second edition of the National Forum on Advanced Regionalization, Adil Barakat, President of the Béni Mellal-Khénifra Regional Council, addressed crucial issues facing his region, including the water shortage and climate challenges. In an exclusive statement to Walaw, he praised......

Morocco's autumn of 2024 has entered the record books as one of the most scorching seasons in the nation's history, with November temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels. The Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) reports that the season ranked fourth-hottest overall, marked by a temperature......

The National Institute for Fisheries Research (INRH) held its 31st Council Session on Friday in Rabat, chaired by the Secretary of State responsible for Maritime Fisheries. This pivotal meeting focused on presenting and approving the 2025 scientific action plan and budget.   In her opening remarks,......

In the past three months, the reservoirs of Morocco’s dams have increased by just one billion cubic meters, a marginal rise considering the country's water demands. Between September 1 and mid-December 2024, Morocco experienced below-average precipitation levels, ranging from 3.6 mm to 132......

The BBNJ Agreement, focused on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction, marks a significant milestone in the protection and sustainable management of ocean resources. The agreement is seen as a critical tool for addressing the challenges facing......

A New Report Highlights Morocco's Challenges in Tackling Climate Change and Water Scarcity The Moroccan Court of Auditors has issued a compelling call to action, urging the government to accelerate its response to the climate crisis. Central to its recommendations is placing the National Commission......