Energy storage morocco

How is energy storage defined in Morocco?

Electricity storage is not separately defined in the Moroccan legislative framework. The rules concerning the issue of energy storage are to be found in the law applicable to the production of electricity.

Who is responsible for electricity storage in Morocco?

Electricity storage in Morocco falls within the scope of competence of the Ministry of Energy, Mines, Water and Environment. ONEE is in charge of the production, the transmission and the distribution of electricity.

Is there a standard for battery storage in Morocco?

It is also worth noting that the Moroccan Institute for Standardization ( “IMANOR”) has recently enacted standards applying to battery storage 4 .

How can Morocco improve energy security?

The Government of Morocco seeks to increase security of supply by reducing dependence on energy imports, including increasing use of renewable sources for electricity production. As of the end of 2022, the share of renewable energy in the electrical capacity mix stood at 38 percent, or 4,154 MW.

How much solar power does Morocco have?

Morocco has an average solar potential of 5 kilowatt hours (kWh) per square meter per day, although this varies geographically. Total installed capacity from solar energy currently stands at 831 MW. According to the Ministry of Energy Transition, and Sustainable Development, Morocco could potentially generate 25,000 MW of wind power.

What are the challenges faced by electricity storage in Morocco?

Electricity storage is still at a development stage in Morocco and therefore faces the following challenges: Lack of a specific legislation regulating electricity storage – the question of storage will be dealt on a case by case basis.