Support for the transition from the Emission Standard Euro 4/IV to Euro 6/VI in Morocco

GGGI aims to assist METLE and the National Center for Testing and Homologation (CNEH) to implement the Euro 6/VI standard by January 1, 2022. GGGI’s support will be composed of 2 stages. Stage 1 – Assessment of the expected benefits and costs associated with the transition to Euro 6/VI To provide a sound rationale for the transition to the Euro 6/VI emission standard, this stage will assess the expected benefits from the transition. The potential reduction in air pollutants will be estimated. Other potential benefits from the economic, environmental, and social perspectives will also be examined. The cost will include required investments to bring the sector up to the EUR6/VI standards, in terms of fuel and fuel storage, vehicle production, etc. This stage will also assess if the transition would cause any significant costs to society. Stage 2 – Development of an implementation plan for Euro 6/VI Given the decision made by the Government of Morocco to transition to the Euro 6 / VI standard in 2022, and with the aim of working to ensure that this transition takes place under optimal conditions, a practical implementation and communication plan for this Euro 6/VI standard will be developed in close consultation with METLE and CNEH. In doing so, examples of other countries which leapfrogged from Euro 4/IV to Euro 6/VI will be referenced to gain insights and learn best practices. In addition, the process of introducing Euro 4/IV in Morocco will be critically reviewed so that difficulties similar to those faced by the government could be avoided when Euro 6/VI is rolled out. Stakeholders including vehicle manufactures, auto dealers, and consumer advocates will be consulted to reflect their views in the implementation plan to the extent possible.