Education as a Catalyst for Innovation and Sustainability in Smart Territories: A Pillar of Morocco’s 2030 Energy Transition and Its Implications for Sustainable Development Goals

Authors

  • Sara KAYOUH Faculty of Law, Economics and Social Sciences of Souissi, Mohamed V University, Rabat, Morocco
  • Omar HNICHE Faculty of Law, Economics and Social Sciences of Souissi, Mohamed V University, Rabat, Morocco

Keywords:

Renewable energy education, Energy transition, Training, Sustainable Development Goals, Morocco

Abstract

This study evaluates renewable energy education in Morocco and highlights its pivotal role in the country’s 2030 Energy Transition Project and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Qualitative data from 40 expert interviews and quantitative data from a survey of 1,323 university students reveal key gaps in early education, insufficient teacher training, and limited public engagement. Results show that while higher education offers relevant programs, primary and secondary curricula lack integration of renewable energy topics. The study proposes targeted pedagogical reforms, enhanced teacher training, and stronger community engagement to bridge these gaps and accelerate Morocco’s energy transition.

Classification JEL: O44

Paper type: Empirical Research

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Published

2025-07-07

How to Cite

KAYOUH, S., & HNICHE, O. (2025). Education as a Catalyst for Innovation and Sustainability in Smart Territories: A Pillar of Morocco’s 2030 Energy Transition and Its Implications for Sustainable Development Goals. International Journal of Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Management and Economics, 6(7), 367–379. Retrieved from https://ijafame.org/index.php/ijafame/article/view/1973

Issue

Vol. 6 No. 7 (2025)

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