Morocco’s Renewable Energy Share Nears 40% Amid steady Capacity Growth

Morocco has strengthened its position as a regional leader in clean energy, with renewable sources accounting for nearly 40 per cent of its total installed power capacity in 2025, according to new data from the International Renewable Energy Agency.

The country added 192 megawatts of renewable energy capacity within the year, increasing its total from 4,659 MW in 2024 to 4,851 MW in 2025. The expansion was driven entirely by solar and wind projects, underscoring Morocco’s sustained focus on scaling low-carbon energy sources.

Solar energy capacity rose to 1,086 MW, largely due to the growth of photovoltaic systems, which contributed an additional 135 MW to reach 546 MW. Concentrated solar power capacity remained unchanged at 540 MW. Wind energy also recorded gains, with onshore installations increasing by 57 MW to 2,452 MW.

Other renewable sources, however, saw no new additions during the period. Hydropower capacity held steady at 1,306 MW, while bioenergy remained marginal at 7 MW.

Morocco also retained 814 MW of pumped hydro storage capacity, maintaining its status as the only country in North Africa with such infrastructure.