Morocco scores average on climate policy, high on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and energy consumption, and low on renewable energy.
Morocco ranks 8th in the 2025 Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) for its ambitious energy policies, including its commitment to produce 52% of electricity from renewable energy by 2030.
Large-scale solar and wind energy projects, including the Ouarzazate solar power plant, reflect Morocco’s desire to transition to a sustainable energy future.
Experts praised Morocco’s clean energy policy framework and its adherence to international climate commitments.
The country leads the MENA region in climate innovation and has significant potential to reduce emissions. However, challenges remain.
Morocco continues to rely on fossil fuels to meet growing energy demand, and issues with affordability of renewable technologies are slowing progress. Analysts recommend shifting fossil fuel subsidies, implementing carbon pricing and increasing investment in renewable infrastructure.
Adaptation to climate change is also a pressing issue. Morocco faces serious water stress, worsened by climate change, and must prioritize sustainable agricultural practices to protect its rural communities.
The government has already launched efforts to improve water resource management and resilience, but experts are calling for broader action.
Experts are calling for a new push for the development of renewable energy to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. In line with this expansion, technical and institutional capacities must be strengthened at all levels, as they are essential for the implementation of climate policy.
Redirecting subsidies from fossil fuels to supporting renewable energy and energy efficiency are additional measures to take against fossil fuels and to favor renewable energy. Carbon pricing mechanisms, already discussed, should be introduced to internalize the environmental costs of fossil fuels. Climate Performance Index experts suggest using drip irrigation systems and gradually introducing sustainable seed practices to adapt agriculture to changing circumstances.
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