What is a Q&A guide to electricity regulation in Morocco?

A Q&A guide to electricity regulation in Morocco. The Q&A gives a high-level overview of the domestic electricity market, including domestic electricity companies, electricity generation and renewable energy, transmission, distribution, supply and tax issues.

What are the technical conditions for connection to the grid?

Technical conditions for connection to the grid. Commercial conditions applicable to the purchase of electricity surplus by the ONEE (or the relevant distribution grid operator). (ONEE Dahir.) Under Law 13-09, an independent power producer has a right of access to the electric grid.

What is Morocco's energy strategy?

In 2009, Morocco adopted a national energy strategy aimed at strengthening the security of its energy supply as well as securing general cost-effective access to electricity. It also accelerated the development of renewable energies to reduce energy dependence and decrease greenhouse gas emissions.

Is there electricity trading between producers and suppliers in Morocco?

There is no power trading between producers and suppliers in Morocco, as the liberalisation of the market is not yet advanced enough. Private power purchase agreements (PPAs) governed by the Law 13-09. PPAs entered into with the ONEE or MASEN under BOOT concession models. 25. How is electricity trading (between generators and suppliers) regulated?

Does a power plant need a grid connection?

Connection to the transmission or distribution grid is therefore only an issue for self-generation projects and projects developed by independent power producers, which may need to access the grid to operate their plants (except for off-grid projects).

Is CCS technology legal in Morocco?

There is no specific legislation relating to CCS technology in Morocco. However, energy eficiency is specifically regulated by Law 47-09 on energy eficiency.