In a significant step towards combating water scarcity through renewable energy, Osmosun has commissioned its first desalination plant in Morocco. Located in the arid Guelmim-Oued Noun region, the project is a collaboration with the French-Moroccan agro-tech company Sand to Green and is designed to support a pioneering regenerative agriculture venture.
Advanced Technology for Arid Environments
The facility leverages Osmosun’s innovative, battery-free reverse osmosis technology, which is directly coupled with a solar mini-grid. According to the Solar Impulse Foundation, this system dynamically adjusts to variations in sunlight, maximizing efficiency and extending the life of the desalination membranes without reliance on energy storage or fossil fuel backups. This solar-powered approach provides water quality comparable to diesel-powered systems while completely eliminating carbon emissions.
With a production capacity of 140 cubic meters of fresh water per day from saline sources, the plant will irrigate a 38-hectare eco-plantation. This agricultural site is dedicated to cultivating crops like figs, pomegranates, and rosemary, transforming desert land into a productive oasis. The project also features a 7-hectare experimental farm for salt-tolerant plants and fodder, demonstrating a holistic approach to sustainable land use.
A Model for Sustainable Development
This initiative represents a key milestone for both water security and regenerative farming in North Africa. The CEO of Sand to Green noted that the project aims for a “low-carbon reversal of desertification,” underscoring the powerful synergy between clean energy and ecological restoration. By providing a reliable water source, the plant directly enables agricultural productivity and economic stability for local communities.
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This project aligns perfectly with Morocco’s national strategies for addressing its severe water challenges. It supports the goals of the National Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation Program (PNAEPI 2020-2027) and contributes to the nation’s ambitious target of sourcing 52% of its energy from renewables by 2030. Serving as a scalable, off-grid solution, the Osmosun plant provides a powerful proof-of-concept for deploying decentralized, solar-driven desalination to foster sustainable growth in water-stressed regions worldwide.
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- Morocco/French company Osmosun installs its 1st desalination plant
- Euronext: First OSMOSUN desalination plant commissioned in Morocco
- O2Env: From mega to modest: How a mistranslation exposed the real story
- Solar Impulse Foundation: OSMOSUN Adopted by Sand to Green in Morocco
- Finanzwire: Commissioning of the first OSMOSUN desalination unit in Morocco
- Osmosun Official: First OSMOSUN desalination plant commissioned in Morocco
- The Energy Pioneer: Morocco Bets on Solar Desalination to Tackle Water Stress
