Qair bags permits for 178 MW of wind, solar in Morocco

French independent renewable energy producer Qair has received authorisation for projects in Morocco that will add a combined wind and solar power capacity of 178 MW.

The two plants are scheduled to become operational in 2027 to support Morocco’s goal of making renewables account for at least 52% of its electricity mix by 2030, Qair said on Tuesday.

The green light from the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development will enable the construction of the Tetouan wind farm and the Tiznit solar photovoltaic (PV) park, which will have a combined annual output of 505 GWh and will supply various Moroccan industries. The proposed solar farm is due to be switched on in late 2027, while the commissioning of the Tetouan wind farm will follow two years later, in 2029.

Qair noted that the recent introduction of a tariff framework for medium-voltage grid access in Morocco is “a turning point” as it creates a more transparent and predictable environment for industrial off-take of renewable power.

“Morocco’s regulatory clarity and ambitious energy vision are opening real opportunities for independent power producers like Qair to deliver long-term value,” said Wahba Zniber, managing director of Qair Maroc.

In Africa, Qair has operations in seven countries and an over 2-GW project pipeline.