UM6P, Shell ink MoU on low carbon fuels

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UM6P, Shell ink MoU on low carbon fuels

Morocco’s Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) and Shell have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities for low carbon fuels in Morocco.

The partnership aims to analyze available feedstocks in Morocco to develop low carbon fuels, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).  It also aims to reduce carbon emissions from transportation and contribute to the global energy transition. The research team will evaluate the feasibility of developing technological solutions for SAF and other products based on the availability of feedstock data.

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Energy transition initiative

UM6P and Shell have previously collaborated on the Green Hydrogen/ammonia pilot project. Shell has set a target to become a net-zero emissions energy company by 2050. Likewise, UM6P has undertaken several efforts to promote sustainable energy solutions and reduce carbon emissions. One of their initiatives is the Green Energy Park (GEP), a research and innovation platform that focuses on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable development. In addition, the university has established partnerships with several industry players, including Masen (Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (Masen).

“We observe an acceleration of the energy transition worldwide to reduce GHG (greenhouse gas]) emissions, low carbon fuels will be an important part of the future energy mix,” said Innovate for Industry Director at UM6P Mohamed Bousseta.