BOUJDOUR WIND FARM BECOMES OPERATIONAL IN MOROCCO

Located in Morocco’s Southern provinces, the Boujdour wind farm is officially operational, according to a statement from the National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE). 

With the opening of the Boujdour wind farm, Morocco’s southern provinces are now home to 8 wind energy projects, with 17 on the national level. 

In the statement, ONEE explains that the country has activated the largest Boujdour II transformation station, operating at a capacity of 400/225 thousand Volt.

The new project is a testament to the dedicated collaboration between the National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) and its partners in promoting sustainable energy practices and positioning Morocco as an international leader in the fight against climate change, ONEE says.

One of the most noteworthy achievements is the commissioning of the 300 MW Boujdour wind farm, which advances Morocco’s ambitious targets for renewable energy adoption. 

Developed as part of the 850 Mega Watt (MW) Integrated Wind Program, the 300 MW Boujdour wind farm required a substantial investment of approximately MAD 3.9 billion ($402.9 million). 

The plant is expected to produce over 1,590 gigawatts per hour (GWh) of clean energy, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated 1,145,000 tCO2/year.

The electricity generated will be supplied by Boujdour Wind Farm 2 to ONEE under a Power Purchase Agreement at one of the world’s lowest tariffs. 

Abderrahim El Hafidi CEO of ONEE, expressed his enthusiasm for the new project, emphasizing the importance of a sustainable energy future for Morocco. 

“The commissioning of the Boujdour wind farm and the transition to 400 kV in the Southern network are tangible steps in our continued commitment to reducing our country’s carbon footprint and building a sustainable future for Morocco,” he explained.

SOURCE: MoroccoWorldNews