One of the most ambitious projects in Laâyoune is the construction of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) campus as part of the Foum El Oued Technopole. Launched in 2025, this 600-hectare development, with an investment of nearly 2 billion dirhams, is a game-changer for education and innovation in the region.
According to a post on X by @Moroccoprojects, construction began in early 2025, and the project is already generating buzz for its potential to create jobs and attract international talent. Experts predict that the technopole could position Laâyoune as a leader in green technology, with research focused on desert agriculture and solar energy.
Let's dive into the major projects transforming Laâyoune, each a testament to the city's rising prominence. These initiatives span education, transportation, renewable energy, and urban development, reflecting a holistic approach to progress.
For Laâyoune, the port upgrades mean stronger trade links with Europe and West Africa, boosting the local economy. The National Ports Agency of Morocco reports that the project will increase the port's capacity by 20%, creating hundreds of jobs in logistics and maritime services. This is a critical step toward making Laâyoune a regional trade hub.
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ONEE, Nareva and GE Vernova will undertake techno-economic evaluation studies to convert the 99 megawatts (MW) Laâyoune Thermal Power Plant, currently fueled by heavy oil fuel to
The facility is expected to be the first in Africa using green hydrogen to power GE Vernova''s 6B gas turbines. The joint project aligns with efforts to bolster Morocco''s energy transition
This groundbreaking project not only aligns with Morocco''s climate change commitments but also encapsulates the nation''s vision of seamlessly integrating hydrogen into its national energy mix.
Laâyoune, the vibrant capital of Morocco''s southern provinces, is a city on the cusp of transformation. Nestled in the heart of the Sahara, this desert jewel is witnessing a surge of
Morocco seeks to make the power plant of Laayoune, the largest city in the Moroccan Sahara, operate on green hydrogen instead of heavy fuel as part of its low-carbon goals.
The project aims to decarbonize the fuel-powered power plant in Laayoune as part of the National Office of Electricity and Nareva''s plans to produce carbon-free, hydrogen-based electricity.
Where Is the Laayoune Energy Storage Power Station Located? The Laayoune energy storage power station is situated in Morocco''s southern region, specifically near the city of Laayoune in Western
The Agadir desalination plant in Morocco will be expanded to 400,000 m 3 /day, marking AMEA Power''s first water desalination project in North Africa. The facility will be powered by AMEA
Large scale Green Molecule Synthesis including Hydrogen, Ammonia, Methanol, E-Kerosine Jet Fuel. 10,000 M3 per day state of the art desalination facility providing all the water required to support the
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