The Moroccan environmental civil society, united under the Moroccan Alliance for Climate and Sustainable Development (AMCDD), launches a vibrant call to transform the organization of the 2030 World Cup into a true lever for progress and sustainability.
### A Major Event for Sustainable Development
The members of the AMCDD commend the efforts of Moroccan stakeholders at all levels that have allowed the Kingdom to co-organize this event alongside Spain and Portugal. This project, driven by the enlightened vision of His Majesty the King, aligns with national priorities such as the New Development Model (NMD) 2035, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the Paris Agreement.
This World Cup is seen as a unique opportunity to accelerate societal transformation and strengthen South-South and North-South cooperation in a logic of low-carbon and resilient sustainable development.
### Mobilizing Territories and Citizens
The AMCDD emphasizes the importance of an inclusive approach that mobilizes all stakeholders – authorities, citizens, and civil society – to ensure the sustainability of investments in host cities and regions. Modern and ecological infrastructures, combined with local initiatives, could maximize economic, social, and environmental impacts, while placing younger generations at the center of this dynamic.
### Ambitious Projects for a Modern and Green Morocco
Among the recommendations are structural projects such as:
– **The extension of the high-speed rail network** to connect Tangier to Marrakech and Agadir, promoting low-carbon mobility.
– **The promotion of public and soft transport**, such as bicycles and scooters, with specific plans for youth and car-free days in host cities.
– **The renovation of stadiums and infrastructures**, including the construction of a new stadium in Casablanca, and the expansion of major airports to accommodate the influx of visitors.
### Ensuring Environmental Sustainability
In light of Morocco’s climate vulnerability, the AMCDD calls for the integration of climate adaptation and pollution control in all projects related to the event. This includes adhering to FIFA’s commitments regarding carbon emission reductions and adopting resilient and sustainable infrastructures.
### A Major Economic and Tourist Impact
With 1.5 million visitors expected and estimated tourism revenues between 2 and 3 billion dollars, this World Cup also represents an opportunity to enhance Morocco’s international influence. Establishing sustainable standards for cities and hotel units, such as selective waste collection and the Green Key label, is deemed essential to ensure responsible tourism.
### A Call for Collective Action
Finally, the AMCDD highlights the importance of a concerted action plan to support this transformation. This includes creating jobs for youth, developing local skills, and the active participation of civil society in steering projects.
**The objective is clear: to make the 2030 World Cup a model of sustainability, inclusion, and resilience, while strengthening Morocco’s position as a regional and global leader in ecological transition.**
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