Marrakesh

AREA:
1,107 ha
POPULATION:
1,085,330
Morocco

Marrakesh participates in the GEF-7 UrbanShift program implemented by UNDP, in partnership with the Government of Morocco and the City of Marrakesh. Located at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, this rapidly growing city faces urban challenges linked to water scarcity, extreme temperatures, and climate vulnerability. UrbanShift promotes integrated urban planning and innovative financing instruments to guide low-carbon, inclusive development. The program advances sustainable mobility, nature-based solutions, and agrobiodiversity pilots, while supporting reforms in urban planning, waste management, and water resource management to strengthen resilience and environmental stewardship across Marrakesh’s expanding metropolitan area.

Recent Initiatives

Transit-Oriented Development

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Municipal PPP

Well-designed and well-managed Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) can deliver high-quality and cost-efficient infrastructure, helping municipalities address critical infrastructure needs in the face

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Gender and Cities

Why Gender Matters Our Approach What We Do Explore Our Resources Featured Resources Gender equality is essential to achieving sustainable, resilient, and inclusive cities. Climate change

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