Morocco’s Tanger Med port complex is implementing a comprehensive energy transition strategy aimed at achieving 100% green operations by 2030,responding to climate challenges and international maritime regulations while maintaining global competitiveness.
The strategy positions the hub between Europe,Africa,and Asia at the forefront of sustainable port operations,reported Challenge Magazine in its latest release. Key measures include quay electrification,renewable energy adoption,resource optimization,and progressive introduction of alternative fuels.
These initiatives respond to strengthened environmental standards,particularly International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations. The IMO’s carbon pricing mechanism,effective 2028,mandates shore power connections and low-emission fuel usage,driving ports worldwide toward sustainable practices,the magazine recalled.
Since December 2024,Tanger Med operates entirely on green electricity from national producers. The port’s 1.3 MW photovoltaic installation on administrative buildings generated 2,000 MWh in 2024,with a 13 MW floating solar project on Oued Rmel dam scheduled for completion in late 2025.
Infrastructure improvements include Onshore Power Supply (OPS) systems on an 800-meter quay,accommodating mega container ships or two medium vessels simultaneously,preventing up to 100 tons of CO₂ emissions per call. System-wide implementation is underway across all quays.
Internal operations feature 34 electric vehicles with 10 charging stations,while decarbonization of handling equipment used for processing over 10 million containers in 2024 continues. The circular economy approach processed 17,500 tons of waste in 2024,with four wastewater treatment plants operational and a 29,000-ton annual capacity sorting center opening in 2025.
This transformation leverages technological innovation and digitalization,strengthening competitiveness while supporting clients’ decarbonization efforts,the magazine commented.
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