France shifts support in Western Sahara dispute – GIS Reports
In a July letter celebrating the 25th anniversary of Moroccan King Mohammed VI''s coronation, French President Emmanuel Macron announced a change in France''s policy regarding the long-running Western Sahara dispute, declaring that "the present and future of Western Sahara lie within the framework of Moroccan sovereignty." That followed similar
Kosmos Energy: On Hydrocarbon Exploration Offshore
development in Western Sahara. Following publication of the Joint Declaration, we want to take this opportunity to elaborate on Kosmos Energy''s activities offshore Western Sahara and outline the compelling case for resource exploration there. This Joint Declaration is the latest evidence of our commitment to the region. From the beginning of our
Western Sahara in the shadow of the energy transition
The conflict in Western Sahara has been unresolved for fifty years. While Morocco is positioning itself as a pioneer in green energy, climate change is exacerbating the situation for the people in the Sahrawi refugee camps. To ensure they are not forgotten, the young activist Fatma Moulay is working tirelessly for justice. Sand and...
The enduring coloniality of ecological modernization: Wind energy
Within this approach, the researchers relied on close examination of secondary literature, namely two important studies carried out in both locations: Windfall: the exploitation of wind energy in the occupied Syrian Golan by Al Marsad and Green Washing Occupation: How Morocco''s renewable energy projects in occupied Western Sahara prolong the
The Western Sahara conflict: A fragile path to
More recently, an attack inside Moroccan-controlled Western Sahara has highlighted the potential for further military escalation. On May 20, an alleged bomb attack reportedly targeted a segment of a 100-kilometer
Morocco: Another renewable energy project in Western Sahara
Morocco drives renewable energy projects in Western Sahara. Morocco has claimed authority over Western Sahara since 1975, but the UN does not recognise Moroccan control, calling Western Sahara a "non-self-governing territory." The UN has called for a referendum to decide the region''s future.
EU And Morocco Cozy Up On Migration, Green Energy, And Western Sahara
The Western Sahara is often described as Africa''s last "colony," but the conflict there appears to be coming to a close. As Europe looks to the Sahara for renewable energy, the reality
Geomorphology of aeolian dunes in the western Sahara Desert
To date, there have been relatively few reports on the wind environment of the Sahara Desert, which have mainly focused on two aspects: 1) the relationship between the wind environment and dune
Morocco: Another renewable energy project in
The initial stages of another renewable energy project has been launched in the disputed Western Sahara region, which is under the control of Morocco. The Janassim project recently launched its measuring campaign
Western Sahara: Drilling in Disputed Waters
Saharawi women protest against US oil company Kosmos Energy exploration drilling in the occupied territories of Western Sahara, on 25 February 2015. In late 2014, Nordic oil rig companies and the US-based
Trading the Transition Insight
Recently, we released a pragmatic review analysing how Western sanctions on Russian energy supplies will affect global efforts toward decarbonisation. The economic and political impacts of Russia''s invasion of Ukraine have shifted the balance of power in the energy "trilemma" that faces policy experts and decision makers, as previously
Western Sahara Resource Watch
Morocco risks implicating other states by exporting Western Sahara energy, for instance to the EU. The EU has promised not to import green energy from the territory, but is unlikely the EU will be able to differentiate energy generated in Morocco proper and energy generated in the occupied territory, as it will pass in cables under Strait of
Green energy in contested territories: The cases of Western Sahara
Green energy in contested territories: The cases of Western Sahara and French Guiana. On the 11th of December of 2024, Dr. Roberto Cantoni explained how hydrogen production has
Western Sahara Resource Watch
The following overview enlists stock-exchange registered companies with current or recent operations in occupied Western Sahara. Updated 5 December 2024. Impact Assessment - which claims to be addressing legal aspects, totally ignores that the operation is in Western Sahara at all, and speaking uncritically about the future arrival of new
energy aspects
大量翻译例句关于"energy aspects" – 英中词典以及8 l energy to identifying and discussing a wide range of governance issues with a view to meeting the needs of the people of Western Sahara and with the understanding that many aspects of these issues
Western Sahara Resource Watch
"The financial aspect [of the Fisheries Agreement] is not necessarily the most important aspect of this agreement. and Larsen & Toubro are among the multinationals that have reportedly expressed interest to aid Morocco transport energy generated in occupied Western Sahara to Morocco proper. 04 December 2024.
RE. ENVISION ENERGY''S SUPPLY OF WIND TURBINES TO
Western Sahara Resource Watch RE. ENVISION ENERGY''S SUPPLY OF WIND TURBINES TO OCCUPIED WESTERN SAHARA Dear Mr Zhang, Western Sahara Resource Watch (WSRW) is privileged to be writing to you. We are writing in relation to the announcement that Envision Energy has been contracted to supply wind turbines to a wind farm in Dakhla.
Western Sahara
Economic Growth, Energy, and Environment; Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment; Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs; Home Western Sahara. hide. Western Sahara. 18 items. Department Press Briefing. Department Press Briefing – October 17, 2024 Matthew Miller October 17, 2024.
Western Sahara Resource Watch
A new book has been published describing the political aspects of the natural resources plunder of occupied Western Sahara. Support us . The occupation of Western Sahara and Larsen & Toubro are among the multinationals that have reportedly expressed interest to aid Morocco transport energy generated in occupied Western Sahara to Morocco proper.
In Scramble for Clean Energy, Europe Is Turning to North Africa
Western Sahara Resource Watch, a Brussels-based NGO allied to the independence movement, estimates that by the end of the decade occupied Western Sahara could be supplying half of all Morocco''s wind energy and a third of its solar energy, much of it headed for Europe. Morocco insists that the territory is part of Morocco.
Morocco gears up for green hydrogen push in
The first round of land allocations in Morocco''s green hydrogen investment process may soon be completed and is likely to include substantial areas in the contested territory of Western Sahara. African Energy has
Western Sahara Resource Watch
Posted on LinkedIn 11 August 2023 [or download] "Great news for our Dakhla Wind Energy Company (DAWEC) in #Morocco", French company ENGIE wrote on LinkedIn on 11 August 2023.. As the company is setting up 72 MW of windmills for a desalination plant, it announced that it is "helping Morocco to reduce water stress and achieve carbon neutrality".
An unjust transition: Energy, colonialism and extractivism in occupied
The multiple ecological crises provoked by human activities are linked to and exacerbate the other political, social and economic challenges currently faced by North Africa. 1 In Western Sahara, these challenges and crises are shaped by its continued condition as a colony. This report aims to contribute to conversations on a just transition – that is, a transition to
Answers from the Managing Board of Siemens Energy at the
This includes not only environmental aspects, but also social aspects such as compliance with human rights, as well as corporate governance. Siemens Energy Dear Mrs. Lehbib, you asked when Siemens Energy will withdraw from Western Sahara. We interpret this as meaning Siemens Gamesa, which concluded the relevant contracts for the
Western Sahara Resource Watch
More than eight years have passed since Siemens first issued a press release regarding a contract for construction of energy infrastructure in occupied Western Sahara. The company then described the territory as "Southern Morocco". Now, it has done that again. In a press release [or download] of early September, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) announced that
Morocco to double renewable energy output in Western Sahara
A Moroccan energy ministry official revealed plans this week to build 1.4 gigawatts of new wind and solar power in the disputed region of Western Sahara by 2027, according to Bloomberg. This initiative will nearly double the area''s current renewable energy capacity. Additionally, a 3-gigawatt power cable project
Pure Helium, LLC
Aspect''s subsidiary, Pure Helium LLC, has acquired acreage for helium exploration and development in several areas throughout the western United States. Leverage Core Expertise. Helium extraction is nearly identical to the process of drilling for natural gas. Pure Helium is well positioned to leverage Aspect''s historical exploration success.
Western Sahara: Morocco''s $2.1 Billion Green Power Expansion to
" Morocco to Double West Sahara Green Power Output for World Cup", 16 October 2024 The government has set a 2027 deadline to build 1.4 gigawatts of new wind and solar capacity in the region... The projects are likely to cost about 21 billion dirhams ($2.1 billion) and will be led by local and foreign private investors, according to the official...
Energy
Energy - Western Sahara. Unleash the Power of Data: Visualizing Western Sahara''s Energy Landscape. Shedding Light on Progress, Empowering Sustainable Solutions. Illuminate Possibilities, Empower Energy Transformation. Data visualizations. If you have any questions please contact ICTSS Service Desk: eca-servicedesk@un
Natural resource exploitation in Western Sahara: new
Western Sahara and Mauritania) or Arabic; Sahrawi prose writers, artists, calli- graphers and photographers; and solidarity artists engaged with the issue of natural resources internationally. 4
Western Sahara Resource Watch
As such, the projects fundamentally undermine the UN peace efforts in Western Sahara directed towards allowing the expression of the right to self-determination of the Saharawi people. The energy is used by industries