Global warming in Morocco: public policy governance in the face of impacts on water resources

Abstract

Abstract

In the context of the growing impacts of climate change, the sustainable management of water resources represents a major strategic challenge for Morocco. This study aims to empirically assess the influence of key climatic variables (temperature, precipitation, and evapotranspiration) on national water availability within a climate adapted public governance framework. Using an ARDL model applied to time series data from 2010 to 2023, the results confirm the existence of a long-term relationship between water stress and climatic factors, with effects that vary across time horizons.

The findings underline the need to strengthen adaptive capacity through proactive and flexible water policies tailored to local conditions. The study emphasizes the importance of climate responsive governance in guiding public water management decisions amid increasing vulnerability, while highlighting the relevance of further investigation into local climate water interaction mechanisms to support long term water security.

Keywords: Governance, Public policy, Morocco, Water, Global warming, ARDL.