Empowering Sustainable Energy: French-Moroccan Collaboration on Hydrogen Innovation
Key Ideas
- An agreement was signed in Rabat between IRESEN, SATT Paris-Saclay, and AFD to launch innovative projects in the low-carbon hydrogen industry.
- The partnership aims to support Morocco's energy transition strategy and develop technological solutions for global climate challenges.
- IRESEN will manage the call for projects, provide financial and technological support, and access to carbon-free hydrogen R&D infrastructure.
- The collaboration will span over three years, fostering French-Moroccan teams in developing and commercializing sustainable energy technologies.
In a significant move towards sustainable energy, an agreement was signed in Rabat between IRESEN, SATT Paris-Saclay, and AFD to promote research in the low-carbon hydrogen industry. This partnership, initiated during a visit by the French Minister for Economy and Finance, highlights Morocco's role as a key partner for France in addressing global climate challenges. With an €800,000 grant, the agreement will facilitate the launch of innovative projects during the 4th quarter of 2024. IRESEN will oversee the project selection process, providing financial and technical support, and access to infrastructure for carbon-free hydrogen research. The collaboration aims to support Morocco's energy transition strategy and develop innovative solutions for sustainable energy. The involvement of SATT Paris-Saclay will enhance technology transfer towards commercialization, fostering a sustainable future through bilateral cooperation between France and Morocco.
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Renewable Energy
Climate Change
Innovation
Energy Transition
Bilateral Cooperation
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