The Eco-Schools program, a flagship initiative of the Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection, has achieved a new milestone, with 90 schools earning the Green Flag for the 2023/2024 school year, surpassing the 89 recognized in the previous edition.

This distinction crowns three years of sustained efforts during which schools commit to raising awareness and educating students to adopt eco-responsible behaviors. These actions are integrated into the school curriculum and aligned with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This diligent work fosters collective awareness, resulting in positive changes among all school stakeholders, particularly students, who become true eco-citizens committed to protecting their environment both inside and outside the school.

Among 820 candidate schools, 90 schools earned the Green Flag, demonstrating their exceptional commitment to the environment. This label is awarded after a rigorous process following a progressive approach centered on three key themes: water management, energy, and waste management.

Additionally, 208 schools achieved the Silver Certificate for working on two key themes, while 230 schools received the Bronze Certificate for addressing one theme with the same rigor.

In a continuous effort, 61 Eco-Schools renewed their Green Flag, showcasing their ongoing commitment. These schools expanded their work to include four complementary themes: biodiversity conservation, healthy food, climate change, and solidarity, while reinforcing the main themes.

Finally, for the fifth consecutive year, Eco-School students had the opportunity to stand out through the “Once Upon a Time in an Eco-School” good practices competition, open to Green Flag schools. This edition, focusing on recycling, recorded 40 entries from two regional education and training academies.

Students showcased their projects through three-minute videos, emphasizing innovative initiatives. A total of 90 students, accompanied by 20 educators and 20 school directors, were celebrated during a vibrant regional ceremony. Each participant was awarded a digital tablet in recognition of their efforts and creativity.