Morocco is making notable headway in climate policy by adopting a “whole-of-government” approach that integrates environmental priorities across all sectors of policymaking, according to a recent World Bank article.
Published on May 19, 2026, the analysis highlights how Rabat is increasingly embedding climate considerations into economic planning and governance as it seeks to build resilience against mounting environmental pressures.
The shift follows a series of climate shocks between 2018 and 2023 that exposed vulnerabilities in Morocco’s economic model. Recurrent droughts disrupted agricultural output, hydropower generation and drinking water supply, with direct consequences for growth and public finances.
In response, Moroccan authorities- led by the Ministry of Economy and Finance- have elevated climate change to a top national priority, moving toward a coordinated framework that aligns policies across ministries and public institutions.
At the core of this strategy is the “whole-of-government” model, designed to break institutional silos and ensure climate objectives are integrated into sectors such as agriculture, energy, finance and infrastructure.
The World Bank notes that this approach is supported by dedicated financing tools and technical assistance, including programs aimed at strengthening green public finance, improving climate data systems and enhancing inter-ministerial coordination.
Morocco’s progress has already gained international recognition. The country ranks sixth globally in the 2026 Climate Performance Index, placing it alongside leading climate performers.
Climate policy reforms are particularly focused on protecting rural livelihoods, which remain highly exposed to environmental risks. Agriculture employs nearly 30% of Morocco’s workforce and supports more than 80% of the rural population.
With 79% of the country’s poorest citizens living in rural areas, drought and water scarcity have a disproportionate social impact.
To address these challenges, the government has rolled out its “Green Generation” strategy to boost agricultural productivity, strengthen value chains and support job creation in rural areas.
Morocco is also leveraging climate policy to drive economic transformation through its energy transition. Investments in renewable energy and low-carbon industries are expected to generate around 28,000 net jobs annually by 2030, helping to reduce the country’s employment gap.
The transition is also key to safeguarding export competitiveness, particularly in European markets where carbon regulations are becoming more stringent.
Despite the progress, the World Bank cautions that Morocco still faces significant climate risks, including persistent water stress and increasing drought frequency.
