Morocco Launches Ambitious Offshore Wind Project, Solidifying Renewable Energy Leadership
Nice, France – June 10, 2025 – Morocco has taken a significant step forward in its energy transition with the proclamation of its first offshore wind farm, slated for advancement off the coast of Essaouira. The project, boasting a projected capacity of 1,000 megawatts, underscores the nation’s commitment to expanding renewable energy sources and fostering a blue economy within the Mediterranean region.
The inauguration occurred during the United Nations Conference on the Oceans in Nice, hosted by the Union for the Mediterranean. This large-scale initiative is backed by the Mediterranean Blue Partnership, a regional fund dedicated to sustainable coastal and marine solutions.
Until now, Morocco’s renewable energy efforts have primarily focused on solar and onshore wind power. this new venture represents a major technological and strategic advancement, directly supporting the country’s goal of achieving over 52% renewable energy in its electricity mix by 2030 – a target that reinforces its position as a regional leader [[source]].
Essaouira was strategically chosen due to its consistent and powerful marine winds, providing ideal conditions for offshore wind turbine development [[source]]. The project is financed through the Bleu Mediterranean partnership, a fund currently totaling 22 million euros with contributions from France, Germany, Sweden, the EU, and recently, Spain (with an additional 8.5 million euro contribution) [[source]]. This funding mechanism aims to overcome financial barriers to green projects, enabling high-impact environmental and economic initiatives.Further Reading: For more on Morocco’s energy sector, see: Energy transition: the 16th energy conference seals a new Franco-Moroccan impetus [[source]].
