Morocco-France Collaboration for Green Hydrogen Production at 'Chbika' Project
Key Ideas
- The 'Chbika' project in Morocco, a collaboration between TotalEnergies, EREN Group, and Danish companies, aims to build 1 GW of renewable energy capacity for green hydrogen production.
- The project will involve the electrolysis of desalinated seawater to produce 200,000 tons of green ammonia annually for the European market.
- TotalEnergies aims to leverage Morocco's renewable potential to become a key partner for Europe in achieving green energy goals.
- The signing of the Preliminary Contract for Land Reservation highlights Morocco's commitment to energy transition, industrialization, and job creation through green hydrogen initiatives.
Under the leadership of King Mohammed VI of Morocco and President Emmanuel Macron of France, a landmark agreement was signed for the 'Chbika' project in Morocco. This initiative, led by TE H2 - a joint venture between TotalEnergies, EREN Group, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and A.P. Møller Capital, aims to establish a green hydrogen production hub. The project involves constructing 1 GW of onshore solar and wind capacities to power the electrolysis of desalinated seawater for green hydrogen production. This green hydrogen will be transformed into 200,000 tons of green ammonia annually for the European market. TotalEnergies' Chairman emphasized the importance of tapping into Morocco's renewable resources to support the Green Deal objectives. The CEO of TE H2 highlighted the significance of the agreement in fostering energy transition, industrial growth, and job opportunities in Morocco. This project not only showcases Morocco's renewable potential but also signifies a step towards sustainable economic development and cooperation between nations.
Topics
Green Hydrogen
Renewable Energy
Sustainability
Investment
Economic Development
Partnership
Renewable Potential
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