Morocco launches national consortium for energy transition
With the aim of promoting Morocco's renewable energy, the Moroccan National Energy Transition Consortium (MNETC) recently convened its inaugural session at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), as reported by Morocco World News.
This pioneering initiative brings together a wide range of stakeholders, including researchers, academics, industry practitioners and experts, to foster collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing in the field of sustainable energy.
This unique group aims to break new ground in science and explore the field of energy by fostering a dynamic environment for knowledge exchange and creative problem solving.
MNETC's mission is based on three pillars: collaborative research and innovation, knowledge exchange and impact, and education and empowerment.
According to the consortium, these pillars serve as guiding principles for its activities, which include promoting collaborative research projects, disseminating knowledge, building capacity through educational initiatives, and mentoring students and early-career researchers.
"With ambitious renewable energy development targets and a commitment to reduce carbon emissions, Morocco is poised to become a regional leader in sustainable energy," said Hicham El Habti, president of UM6P and MNETC, as quoted by Morocco World News. "At Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, we recognise the key role we can play in contributing to the bright future of our nation and our planet," he added.
He underlined the consortium's commitment to harnessing collective expertise to shape a sustainable future for Morocco and the planet at large.
"Our goal is to address pressing energy challenges through collaborative efforts and develop cutting-edge technologies," El Habti emphasised. "We aim to build capacity through educational initiatives and provide mentoring for students and early career researchers," he added.
For his part, Jones Alami, executive vice president of MNETC, stressed to the Moroccan media the need for the consortium to address the urgent energy challenges facing the Kingdom.
He referred to MNETC's role as a centre of expertise, collaboration and innovation, with the aim of bridging the gap between academia, industry and government. "Our goal is to bridge the gap between academia, industry and government and accelerate the adoption of renewable energy technologies," he said.
The inaugural session saw the active participation of relevant researchers and academics from across the country, including Zineb Edfouf, professor at Mohammed V University in Rabat.
Speaking to Morocco World News, Edfouf stressed the importance of collaboration to boost research and innovation in the energy sector.
He also underlined the role of MNETC in facilitating interdisciplinary exchanges and nurturing the next generation of energy leaders.
"The aim of the consortium is to bring together people from the energy sector to share knowledge and innovate," Edfouf said. "It provides a platform for interdisciplinary exchanges and prepares the next generation of energy leaders," he added.
The inaugural UM6P session in Benguerir marked the beginning of an era of collaboration for Moroccan energy experts. By harnessing the collective power of knowledge and collaboration, MNETC has the potential to shape a sustainable future for Morocco's energy landscape.
"As Morocco continues to prioritise renewable energy development, initiatives like MNETC play a crucial role in catalysing innovation," said El Habti. "Together, let's harness the power of knowledge and collaboration to lead Morocco towards a brighter and more sustainable future," he concluded.
