Morocco has confirmed its position as the third-largest African producer of renewable energy, according to the latest data from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) as of 2026. The country has an installed renewable energy capacity of approximately 4.5 gigawatts (GW), placing it behind South Africa (10.6 GW) and Egypt (6.2 GW).
The North African kingdom has made significant strides in solar and wind energy, with major projects like the Noor Ouarzazate solar complex, one of the world's largest concentrated solar power plants. Morocco aims to increase the share of renewables in its electricity mix to 52% by 2030, up from around 40% currently.
This ranking underscores Morocco's commitment to green energy transition, driven by its National Energy Strategy. The country has also invested in cross-border electricity interconnections to export renewable power to Europe, including a planned undersea cable to the United Kingdom.
