What is Morocco's first solar project?

Morocco’s 800 MW solar hybrid project at Midelt will be the first solar project in the world to include thermal (heat) storage of PV (Photovoltaic) as well as CSP (Concentrated Solar Power). Midelt’s first-of-a-kind hybrid solar and shared storage project will deliver dispatchable solar at 7 cents per kWh.

What is a solar PV project in Morocco?

The 'Solar PV project in Morocco' project aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages. Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy. Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all.

Is Moroccan project the first hybrid solar project with CSP?

The Moroccan project marks the first time that the PV in a hybrid solar project with CSP will also charge the thermal energy storage incorporated in the CSP power block.

Should Morocco co-locate PV and CSP and share CSP thermal storage?

This idea of colocating PV and CSP and sharing the CSP thermal storage is one that Schmitz believes will be widely applicable as energy grids become more saturated with renewables, not just Morocco’s, and as therefor more regulators move from lowest cost to “best fit” procurement.

Is Morocco a good country for solar energy?

In 2021, solar generation represented less than 2% of the energy mix, though the country has high potential for both solar and wind power generation. Morocco is also a net importer of energy, and the country is steadily developing new sources of renewable energy to meet rising domestic demand.