By putting in place a comprehensive set of frameworks and strategies aimed at developing renewable energy and green hydrogen, Morocco has positioned itself to become a forerunner in energy transition. Supported by national policies such as the National Energy Strategy and the Green Hydrogen Roadmap and reinforced by international collaboration such as the EU–Morocco Green Partnership, the country indeed offers a good institutional and regulatory base for the development of green hydrogen. The aim of this study is to investigate, building from these strategic documents and initiatives, the feasibility of Morocco to be a key player in the regional and international green hydrogen value chain. To do so, the study uses a multilevel approach. First, the study focuses on the in-depth review of policy and regulatory frameworks of Morocco in renewable energy and green hydrogen. The second section elaborates on the technical elements of the study, including the assessment of solar irradiance and wind energy potential in various regions. Another critical issue addressed is that of water availability for electrolysis. This report focuses on the production side of the hydrogen value chain, discussing how Morocco’s solar and wind resources could be utilized by the electrolysis process for generating green hydrogen. The technical analysis is supported by geospatial and environmental data to identify favorable zones of production. Finally, this report discusses the economic aspects of the development of green hydrogen. The primary focus was export opportunities with the European Union, considering scenarios with future pipeline infrastructure in order to assess commercial viability for cross-border hydrogen trade. Its objective is to provide a multilevel overview in support of strategic planning, investment decisions, and policy development toward Morocco’s ambition for a low-carbon future.

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Green Hydrogen Development in Morocco: Strategic Frameworks, Resource Assessment, and Export Potential

  • Sofiane Chait,
  • Hamza Benbrigite,
  • El Ayachi Chater,
  • Najma Laaroussi

摘要

By putting in place a comprehensive set of frameworks and strategies aimed at developing renewable energy and green hydrogen, Morocco has positioned itself to become a forerunner in energy transition. Supported by national policies such as the National Energy Strategy and the Green Hydrogen Roadmap and reinforced by international collaboration such as the EU–Morocco Green Partnership, the country indeed offers a good institutional and regulatory base for the development of green hydrogen. The aim of this study is to investigate, building from these strategic documents and initiatives, the feasibility of Morocco to be a key player in the regional and international green hydrogen value chain. To do so, the study uses a multilevel approach. First, the study focuses on the in-depth review of policy and regulatory frameworks of Morocco in renewable energy and green hydrogen. The second section elaborates on the technical elements of the study, including the assessment of solar irradiance and wind energy potential in various regions. Another critical issue addressed is that of water availability for electrolysis. This report focuses on the production side of the hydrogen value chain, discussing how Morocco’s solar and wind resources could be utilized by the electrolysis process for generating green hydrogen. The technical analysis is supported by geospatial and environmental data to identify favorable zones of production. Finally, this report discusses the economic aspects of the development of green hydrogen. The primary focus was export opportunities with the European Union, considering scenarios with future pipeline infrastructure in order to assess commercial viability for cross-border hydrogen trade. Its objective is to provide a multilevel overview in support of strategic planning, investment decisions, and policy development toward Morocco’s ambition for a low-carbon future.