- The cooperation of Morocco in Africa is a strategic interest.
- According to Ouhmed, the projects that Morocco has implemented in the area of wind and solar power have increased investors’ trust.
There are many concrete agreements with other African nations on the energy transition, Mohamed Ouhmed, Director of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency at the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development of Morocco, said, addressing the 9th Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue.
Mohamed Ouhmed said, “The cooperation of Morocco in Africa is a strategic interest. Africa is also very interested in the experience we are creating in Morocco. We have a great presence in other African countries, and many programs have helped directly and indirectly to move forward several initiatives. They help other African countries promote renewable energy,” he said.
According to Ouhmed, the projects that Morocco has implemented in the area of wind and solar power have increased investors’ trust. He further explained, “Today, 40 international companies from more than 13 countries, including Germany, are doing business in Morocco and promoting future opportunities in Morocco. Morocco has exact figures as the first point for all investors, a long-term vision which has then been translated into concrete action and projects. In the last few weeks, two acts have, to bills have been enacted for investment in renewable energy. This also means that other states can fulfil their commitments to reducing emissions; there will also be more transparency.”
The director also pointed out the need for the energy grid to be available to more people saying, “Both acts that I just mentioned also will lead to a situation that a certificate of origin will have to be provided by all stakeholders so that we can produce sufficient green energy.”