فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
The Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, revealed a mixed reality in plastic waste management in Morocco, calling for a collective commitment to address this environmental challenge.
During an oral question session in the House of Representatives, the Minister praised the notable progress made by the kingdom in the field of renewable energy, reaching over 40% during the first half of the current government term, compared to 37% in 2021.
However, results in plastic waste management remain uneven. Despite the implementation of the “Zero Mika” law in 2015 banning plastic bags, their proportion in household waste has only slightly decreased (12%). The Minister attributed this situation to gaps in law enforcement and behaviors exacerbated during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Benali emphasized Morocco’s commitments in the global fight against plastic pollution, referring to UN Resolution 14/5 issued by the United Nations Environment Assembly, which obligates the kingdom to take several measures to address this global challenge.
On the legislative front, the Minister announced the preparation of a law to amend Law 28-00, including important measures to reduce waste production, selective sorting, and extended producer responsibility.
Regarding the “Zero Mika” program, Benali acknowledged shortcomings despite progress made, noting that the law has not been fully implemented on the ground and that plastic use increased, especially during the Covid pandemic.
To reverse this trend, the Minister called for a collective effort, emphasizing that the success of combating plastic pollution depends on both reforms and civic engagement.
