Morocco is set to launch its largest photovoltaic and wind power project in the disputed Western Sahara region, aimed at supplying electricity to Casablanca, the country's largest city. The ambitious initiative, located in Dakhla, will use high-voltage power lines to transmit electricity over nearly 1,400 kilometers to the coastal city, according to reports from local newspapers.
The project, expected to begin in January 2025, is spearheaded by Morocco's National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE), which outlined plans for large-scale renewable energy stations in the Dakhla region, known for its sunny weather and strong winds. These stations will harness both solar and wind power to generate clean electricity.
The initiative is poised to create one of the longest electricity transmission routes in Morocco, transferring renewable energy from the desert region to the economic hub of Casablanca, located on the Atlantic coast. The project is part of Morocco's broader efforts to expand its renewable energy capacity and reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
