By Hauwa Ali
In Morocco, 28 beaches have been awarded the “Blue Flag” label for their eco-responsible approaches which contribute to the reduction of marine pollution.
The award was given by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and the Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection.
With 46 Moroccan beaches in the running, only 28 braved the four categories of the label based on water quality, sanitation, safety and accessibility of the site. In total, 26 criteria were met, including respect for urban planning, the reduction of illegal dumping, and the installation of solar installations and purification stations for users.
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These include the beaches of OuedLaou (Tetouan), Essouira, Arekmane (Nador), El Haouzia (El Jadida), Sidi Rahal 4th tranche, Bouznika, Ba Kacem (Tangier-Assilah), M’diq (Mdiq-Fnideq), Sidi Ifni, Saïdiamunicipale, Dalia (FahsAnjra), Achakar (Tangier-Assilah) or Cap Beddouza (Safi). The sites are spread over the Mediterranean coast (22) and the Atlantic coast (six).
For this year 2022, the Blue Flag has honoured a total of 419 beaches from 197 municipalities in 48 countries.
From the next edition, the label will integrate the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 12, 13, 14 and 15 on responsible consumption and production, the fight against global warming, and the preservation of biodiversity.
Founded in 1987, FEE is based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and also runs four other initiatives including Eco-School, Young Reporters for the Environment, Learning about Forest and Green Key.
