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Morocco Battles Floods Amidst Climate Change Crisis
7 Feb
Summary
- Morocco plans to phase out coal by 2040 to combat climate change impacts.
- Recent heavy rains in Morocco caused devastating floods, displacing 143,000 people.
- Morocco employs floating solar installations to conserve water and generate electricity.
Morocco is implementing a robust strategy to address the escalating impacts of climate change, including recent devastating floods that forced approximately 143,000 people to evacuate their homes in early February 2026. Weather alerts for heavy rain and strong winds remain active across northern Morocco.
The country is making significant strides in its energy transition, with plans to phase out coal by 2040 and a substantial $30 billion investment in renewable energy infrastructure. This shift is projected to yield benefits for public health and the economy.
Morocco is particularly vulnerable to the extremes of the water cycle. While facing floods, parts of the country also grappled with severe drought late in 2025. To combat water loss from evaporation, especially during droughts, the nation is deploying innovative floating solar installations on reservoirs, which simultaneously produce electricity.
