Noor PV Sidi Bennour Solar PV Park II

The Noor PV Sidi Bennour Solar PV Park II is a utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) development located in the Sidi Bennour area of Morocco’s Casablanca-Settat region.¹ It forms part of Morocco’s national renewable-energy expansion strategy, which aims to scale up solar generation capacity to meet rising electricity demand while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.^{2 3} The project builds on earlier solar development phases in Sidi Bennour and contributes to the continued development of large-scale PV infrastructure under Morocco’s national solar and energy-transition frameworks. It is designed to supply grid-connected renewable electricity through Morocco’s national transmission system.^{4 5}

The project’s vision is to “deliver large-scale, low-carbon electricity that strengthens Morocco’s renewable-energy mix, improves energy security, and contributes to climate mitigation. Its aims include deploying approximately 400 MWp of solar PV capacity through private-sector participation, integrating additional renewable generation into the national grid, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing thermal power generation, and supporting economic and social development in the host region through investment and employment.^{6 7}

Noor PV Sidi Bennour Solar PV Park II consists of large-scale solar photovoltaic generation infrastructure, together with civil and electrical works required for grid integration. Key components include:^{8 9}

• Solar PV generation units: Photovoltaic modules arranged in large arrays across the Sidi Bennour site, with a planned installed capacity of around 400 MWp.
• Inverters and balance of plant: Power-conversion systems, transformers, cabling, and auxiliary equipment to the condition and stabilize PV output prior to grid injection.
• Grid connection infrastructure: Transmission lines, substations, and switchyards enabling connection to the national electricity network operated by Office National de l’Électricité et de l’Eau Portable (ONEE).

The addition of several hundred megawatts of solar PV capacity will contribute directly to Morocco’s decarbonization objectives by reducing dependence on fossil-fuel-based electricity generation.¹⁰ The project supports diversification of the national energy mix, enhances grid resilience through distributed renewable generation, and advances national renewable-energy targets established under Morocco’s solar and energy-transition policies. During construction and operation, the solar park is also expected to generate local economic benefits, including employment opportunities and demand for regional services. ¹¹

The project is organized under the oversight of Morocco’s Office National de l’Électricité et de l’Eau Potable (ONEE), which is responsible for structuring the tendering processes, power-purchase agreements, and grid integration for renewable projects.^{12 13} Private-sector developers and investors are expected to participate through competitive bidding processes to finance, design, build, operate, and maintain the solar plant under long-term contractual frameworks. Relevant government authorities coordinate land allocation, permitting, and environmental compliance.¹⁴

As of 2025, Noor PV Sidi Bennour Solar PV Park II is in the implementation phase, with procurement and development activities underway. Upon completion, the project is expected to represent a major addition to Morocco’s solar-generation portfolio and to reinforce the country’s position as a regional leader in large-scale renewable-energy deployment.