Public-Private Partnerships and Sustainability in Morocco: Reconciling Environmental Imperatives with Market Dynamics

Abstract

This article explores the contribution of public-private partnerships (PPPs) to sustainable development projects in Morocco. Drawing on a theoretical framework based on governance, public goods, and sustainability, it examines the extent to which PPPs can reconcile economic efficiency with social and environmental goals. Three case studies illustrate the tensions and opportunities PPPs present in the Moroccan context: the Rabat-Salé tramway (urban mobility), the Médiouna wastewater treatment plant (sanitation), and the Fès waste valorization center (integrated waste management). The analysis highlights challenges related to coordination, transparency, social acceptability, and long-term investment viability. The article argues that PPPs can become genuine tools for inclusive sustainable development if embedded in renewed governance approaches that address territorial inequalities.

Classification JEL : Q56, H54, O18

Paper type: Empirical analysis