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Spain’s renewable energy leadership faces challenges in energy storage

Spain leads the European Union in renewable energy generation but lags behind in energy storage capabilities, a critical factor in preventing blackouts like the one that occurred last week. In 2024, Spain set a record, with renewable sources accounting for 56.8% of its electricity consumption. However,......

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......

Morocco, Germany, and Denmark collaborate on €12 million water project for earthquake recovery

The Moroccan Ministry of Equipment and Water, in partnership with the German and Danish embassies, has initiated a €12 million project focused on water resource management in the High Atlas region, which suffered significant damage from the September 2023 earthquake. This initiative, titled "Sustainable......

EU delegation explores Morocco’s innovative wastewater treatment project in Sidi Allal Tazi  

A high-level European Union delegation recently visited the newly constructed wastewater treatment plant in Sidi Allal Tazi, located in Morocco’s Kenitra province. The project, developed by Morocco’s National Office for Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE), represents a significant step......

Wind Energy Projects and Local Opposition in Galicia: A Growing Challenge

In northwestern Galicia, one of Spain's most scenic regions, Jose Maria Cofreces operates a guesthouse, attracting tourists with its natural beauty. However, the area's reputation for high winds has made it a prime location for developers of large wind farms, some towering over 50-story buildings.......

Morocco Faces Environmental Crossroads: Nature Conservation Index Reveals Challenges and Progress

Morocco finds itself at a critical juncture in its environmental journey, as revealed by its recent ranking in the 2024 Nature Conservation Index (NCI). Placing 136th out of 180 countries, the North African nation grapples with the dual pressures of human activity and climate change on its diverse ecosystems. The......

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