Mandatory Energy Audit in Morocco: what Decree 2-17-746 really says
Last updated: April 2026
Is the energy audit mandatory in Morocco?
Yes, since . Decree No. 2-17-746 (implementing Law 47-09) requires an energy audit every 5 years for industrial companies consuming more than 1,500 toe/year and for tertiary/transport companies consuming more than 500 toe/year. ISO 50001 certification is a strategic approach for continuous energy performance improvement.
Key point: 1 toe (tonne of oil equivalent) ≈ 11,630 kWh. The 1,500 toe threshold corresponds to approximately 17.45 million kWh/year — an industrial energy bill often between 10 and 20 million Moroccan dirhams per year.
Law 47-09 & Decree 2-17-746: the foundation of energy efficiency in Morocco
Morocco imports more than 90% of its fossil energy needs and has set a target of -20% final energy consumption by 2030 under its National Energy Efficiency Strategy. Law 47-09 (2011) laid the foundations: mandatory audits, sectoral codes, and the central role of AMEE (Moroccan Agency for Energy Efficiency). Decree 2-17-746 (published in the Official Bulletin on May 2, 2019, effective December 1, 2019) is the implementing text that makes the audit truly mandatory.
For a deeper comparison between one‑off audits and continuous management systems, read our article: Energy audit vs EnMS – which approach delivers more value?
Consumption thresholds and frequency
| Sector | Annual threshold (total consumption) | Frequency | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry (including power generation) | > 1,500 toe/year | Every 5 years | Mandatory |
| Tertiary, transport, energy distribution | > 500 toe/year | Every 5 years | Mandatory |
| Agriculture, other sectors | To be defined by decree | — | Pending |
Important: the threshold applies to the company's total consumption (electricity + gas + fuel oil + LPG). A company consuming 800 toe of electricity and 800 toe of gas is subject to the obligation, even if each individual energy source is below the threshold.
What are the risks if you do not perform the audit?
Administrative fine
Up to 100,000 dirhams for legal entities, depending on the severity of the violation.
Daily penalty
A recurring daily fine may be applied until the situation is regularized.
Audit enforced by AMEE
AMEE can have the audit carried out at the defaulting company's expense, often at a higher cost.
ISO 50001: a structured path to energy performance
Decree 2-17-746 encourages companies to go beyond the simple regulatory obligation. Implementing a certified Energy Management System (EnMS) under ISO 50001 / NM ISO 50001 (homologated by IMANOR) is a recognized way to manage energy consumption effectively and continuously. AMEE strongly supports this approach as a superior alternative to one‑off audits.
Mandatory audit
Snapshot every 5 years · No obligation to implement recommendations · Recurring fixed cost.
ISO 50001
Continuous improvement cycle · Measurable reduction targets · Access to MorSEFF/BERD financing · Strong signal for exports and CSR.
📘 Resources to go further:
👉 ISO 50001 Technical Guide – Key steps for certification
👉 Wattnow platform for ISO 50001 certification and energy management
How Wattnow helps you comply and perform
Our IoT real‑time energy monitoring platform provides the data you need for your mandatory audit or ISO 50001 certification: hourly readings, historical consumption, detection of significant energy uses, and automated reporting.
AMEE‑ready database
Automated collection of all energy types, ready for regulatory declarations.
ISO 50001 energy review
Automatic calculation of EnPIs, SEUs, and energy baselines – key elements for certification.
Proven savings
Our industrial clients in Morocco achieve -15% to -25% consumption within 12 months.
FAQs about the mandatory energy audit in Morocco
A legal obligation under Decree 2-17-746, effective since December 1, 2019. Large energy consumers must have their consumption audited every 5 years by an AMEE-approved body.
Industry > 1,500 toe/year; tertiary, transport, energy distribution > 500 toe/year. 1 toe ≈ 11,630 kWh.
Decree 2-17-746 does not provide an automatic exemption. However, AMEE strongly encourages ISO 50001 as a superior, continuous energy management approach. A certified EnMS demonstrates ongoing performance and reduces the need for a one‑off audit.
AMEE (Moroccan Agency for Energy Efficiency) approves audit bodies, collects consumption declarations, ensures audit quality, and supports companies in their compliance journey.
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