Morocco takes a significant step in its green transition regarding transport. With the support of German Cooperation, the Kingdom is preparing to establish a national framework for monitoring sustainable mobility, aimed at enhancing the environmental observation system and supporting the decarbonization of the sector. The capital, Rabat, will serve as a pilot city before a gradual rollout across the territory.
The transport sector remains one of the country’s key energy challenges. Responsible for 38% of national energy consumption and reliant on 98% imported fossil fuels, it contributes to nearly 30% of CO₂ emissions. This dependence strains the trade balance and the country’s climate commitments, in a context where average economic growth has been limited to 1.25% between 2020 and 2023.
The Moroccan-German cooperation project, titled “Sustainable Mobility Based on Renewable Energies – DKTI VI,” implemented by GIZ in partnership with the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, aligns with the objectives of the new development model, the National Strategy for Sustainable Development, and the nationally determined contributions (NDCs).
The initiative is structured around three priorities:
- Multimodality, to integrate and strengthen existing networks (trams, buses, Bus Rapid Transit, trains, walking, cycling, taxis, and new mobility services);
- Digitalization, developing smart solutions based on artificial intelligence to optimize flow management and enhance user experience;
- Inclusivity, ensuring access to transport systems for all, including people with reduced mobility, and integrating a gender approach.
At the heart of this initiative, the Sustainable Mobility Observatory will play a central role. Equipped with technical, social, economic, and environmental indicators, it will utilize advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence and satellite imagery, to collect and analyze real-time data, identify trends, and anticipate developments.
Two main missions structure the project: conduct a comprehensive assessment of sustainable mobility in Morocco and develop a national roadmap. This roadmap will define a framework of indicators, integrate innovative technological tools, and propose governance mechanisms to ensure continuous and effective monitoring.
Rabat will be the first city to test these tools, with precise tracking of transport modes, air quality, and urban planning scenarios. Additionally, regular workshops and meetings with all stakeholders will ensure collaborative governance and local ownership of results.
With this framework, Morocco equips itself with modern tools to lead the transition towards more sustainable, inclusive, and environmentally-friendly transport, in line with its climate commitments and sustainable development ambitions.
With Le Matin