Moroccan Ynna Holding of Chaabi group has joined efforts with Emirati Amea Power Company for the building of 100 MW wind power farm in the Moroccan Saharan Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra region.
This project is part of Morocco’s national goal of generating over 52% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. It will also help to reduce CO₂ emissions by over 330,000 tons annually in line with the Kingdom’s commitment to alleviate the impacts of global climate change.
The wind farm,to be operational in 2027,is expected to supply green electricity to power all Ynna’s subsidiaries,enhancing the country’s energy sovereignty and sustainability.
This project shows growing UAE investment in Morocco’s green economy and strengthens the Kingdom’s position as a regional energy hub in the MENA region and Africa.
Morocco has a significant wind energy potential,estimated at 25,000 MW,with a large portion of that coming from its extensive coastline. The country already has a substantial installed wind energy capacity,the second largest in Africa,and is actively working to increase its renewable energy share.
Morocco’s Atlantic coast,in particular,boasts strong and consistent winds,with speeds exceeding 9 m/s in some areas,making it ideal for wind energy development.
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