Metacon to power green hydrogen in Morocco with 1MW electrolyser

Metacon to supply 1MW electrolyser to Morocco in €1.8M deal, boosting green hydrogen with wind-powered pilot project. Green hydrogen is a clean fuel produced by using electricity from renewable sources to split water into hydrogen and oxygen.
 

Swedish tech company Metacon has secured a €1.8 million contract to supply a 1MW electrolysis system to Morocco. This project is part of a growing push in the region to develop clean energy alternatives. The customer, whose name is not publicly known, is one of Africa’s largest investors in wind power, owning about 2,000 MW of renewable energy assets.

The containerised electrolyser system will be installed on-site and used in a pilot project. Its purpose? To test how well pressurised alkaline electrolysis can integrate directly with wind turbines. This is a critical first step for Morocco as it aims to become a leader in green hydrogen, e-fuels, and green ammonia production.

Why Morocco matters in the renewable energy sector

Morocco has developed into an important player in the renewable energy sector in North Africa. The nation is ideal for green energy projects because of its vast open space, loads of sunshine, and powerful winds. It has made significant investments in wind and solar energy in recent years. It is now concentrating on green hydrogen, too. Green hydrogen is a clean fuel produced by using electricity from renewable sources to split water into hydrogen and oxygen.

In contrast to fossil fuels, green hydrogen emits no carbon dioxide as a byproduct of combustion. It can power industrial operations and fuel cells. There are even processes that convert green hydrogen into ammonia or e-fuels for exportation worldwide. Morocco's transition to green hydrogen could advance its economic and environmental objectives. This is particularly important in light of the growing demand for cleaner energy around the world.

Metacon’s role and global partnerships

Metacon uses pressurised alkaline electrolyser technology from Peric, a Chinese hydrogen company. The two companies recently expanded their manufacturing license agreement, with Metacon planning to build Peric’s electrolysis stacks in a new gigafactory. This move is part of Metacon’s long-term growth plan.

Through their partnership, Metacon has access to reliable and cost-effective technology. Additionally, it enables them to supply Morocco's expanding energy demands. With the new deal secured, Metacon is now working closely with a major renewable energy provider in Morocco, too. Together, they are laying the groundwork for a strong, long-term presence in the country’s hydrogen industry.

Using a pilot plant to move towards industrial scale

This 1MW pilot project tests future technology. It refines how we directly connect electrolysis systems with wind turbines. By running the electrolyser off-grid using wind power, engineers will study its performance, efficiency, and reliability. These results will help design larger, industrial-scale plants. It enables the expansion of green hydrogen production for both export and local use.

Pilot projects like this are essential. They will help us understand whether renewable energy systems can work seamlessly with hydrogen technology. If they succeed, they clear the path for bigger operations. These include facilities that produce green ammonia, a key chemical for fertiliser and shipping fuel.

A green future in Morocco within reach

Metacon’s CEO, Christer Wikner, sees this contract as just the beginning. He believes it could lead to more projects across Morocco and beyond. “This is hopefully the start of a long-term relationship,” Wikner said, highlighting the customer’s ambition to lead in green hydrogen production.

As global energy needs rise and the pressure to cut carbon emissions increases, countries like Morocco are stepping up. They are establishing the groundwork for a cleaner, more sustainable energy future driven by electrolysis technology and renewable energy sources with partners like Metacon.

By investing early in green hydrogen, Morocco is not only planning for energy independence but also aiming to become a key exporter in the global hydrogen economy. This pilot project with Metacon marks a bold and important first step towards a cleaner future powered by hydrogen.