Facing persistent drought and climate-driven water scarcity, Morocco has announced an ambitious plan to supply 60% of its domestic water needs via seawater desalination by 2030 — a significant increase from the current 25%. 
The Water Ministry confirmed that multiple new desalination plants, powered entirely by renewable energy, will be fast-tracked — including a major facility near Tiznit expected to cost over US $1 billion, designed to produce 350 million cubic meters of fresh water annually. Additional plants are planned for Rabat, Tangier, and Tantan, with associated infrastructure to ensure distribution across urban and agricultural zones. 
Officials highlighted that this strategy is critical for sustaining Morocco’s agricultural exports, supporting urban water demands, and protecting key sectors from ongoing drought pressure. The move also aligns with broader climate-resilience and sustainable development goals.
Water experts see this as a pioneering initiative in North Africa — one combining renewable energy and advanced water technology, potentially serving as a template for other drought-prone countries on the continent.
If all plants are completed on schedule, by 2030 Morocco could meet the majority of its water needs through desalination and renewables — bolstering both environmental resilience and food security for millions.