New Desalination Plant in Casablanca to Enhance Water Security
The anticipated desalination facility in Casablanca is on track to commence operations in February 2027, as announced by Nizar Baraka, the Minister of Equipment and Water, during a recent session of oral questions at the House of Representatives. This significant infrastructure project, which aims to bolster the water security of the greater Casablanca region, was initially launched in June 2024 by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan.
The desalination plant will begin with a production capacity of 200 million cubic meters of desalinated water per year, with plans to expand this capacity to 300 million cubic meters annually in the future. A substantial portion of this water will be allocated for drinking purposes, while another segment will be designated for agricultural irrigation, as outlined by the minister.
This initiative is crucial in ensuring a stable water supply for the Grand Casablanca area, particularly in light of the increasing pressures on the water resources from the Oum Er-Rbia basin. The project is expected to ease the strain on existing water sources and enhance the overall water supply strategy in the region. Additionally, this new installation will complement the existing 17 desalination plants currently operational across Morocco, further solidifying the country's efforts to address water scarcity challenges.
As reported by medias24.com.
