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A solar landmark at Ouarzazate

The Noor Ouarzazate complex brought multiple solar technologies together at a reported 580 MW capacity.

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Beyond the number

The Noor Ouarzazate complex brought multiple solar technologies together at a reported 580 MW capacity.

The first phase of Noor opened in 2016 as Morocco built out its solar programme.

The World Bank describes Noor Ouarzazate as a multi-technology solar power complex with 580 MW production capacity.

Then / Now

How the story unfolded

  1. The first 160 MW phase began operating.

  2. Noor Ouarzazate I, II, and III were fully operational by October.

The next question

What comes next?

How will renewable electricity meet more of Morocco’s growing energy needs?

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