🌊 On Dec 4–5, Plan Bleu joined a D-LAB training & mock-run in Faro with Incore-Med partners. Tested tools, strengthened shared understanding, and documented lessons for future adoption. 🤝 Thanks to Sciaena & all partners! #PlanBleu#DLABs#Innovation#Mediterranean
Plan Bleu releases 10 key indicators on the state of the #Mediterranean, published as part of the MSSD monitoring. A clear snapshot of demographic, climate, environmental and economic trends.
🔗 Download the documents : https://t.co/UUhOGIox7C
#Sustainability#MSSD
💧 The Mediterranean faces a growing water gap: rising demand, falling freshwater availability, and desalination still not enough to close the deficit. Urgent need for sustainable, integrated water solutions. 🌍 #Mediterranean#WaterSecurity#ClimateResilience
🌿 Plan Bleu joined the National Conference on Wetlands (Cairo) to share WaterLANDS insights on wetland governance and support their integration into Egypt’s national policies. 🌍 #Wetlands#Biodiversity#Governance#ClimateResilience
At #COPMed24, Plan Bleu advanced science-based action for a resilient #Mediterranean, highlighting ecosystem restoration, the Blue Economy, and the new Blue Tourism Flagship Initiative. A strong push for science, innovation & regional cooperation.
👉 https://t.co/mHxO5relT6
🎤At #COPMed24, Plan Bleu showcased key sustainability indicators and the role of the Mediterranean Observatory in steering the region’s transition.
A new 2026–2035 Strategy cycle, aligned with the 2030 Agenda, is now underway. #ClimateAction#Mediterranean 🌊
At #COPMed24, leaders reaffirm the urgency of protecting the #Mediterranean through a sustainable #BlueEconomy and stronger action for ocean health. 🌊🌍 #ClimateAction
Click here to know more : https://t.co/jJcmzmcokf
📣 COP24 : Day 2
📘 MedECC WEFE Nexus Report adopted.
Side events : 🌅 MedProgramme: governance + GEF-9 priorities.🦈Sharks & Rays: Plan Bleu’s phased model for Libya 🌍Coastal challenges: IAS cost $27B, need for economic tools💧Wetlands 🌿Forests & wetlands restoration
🎉 Yesterday at #COP24 in Cairo, the UNEP/MAP system celebrated 50 years of action for the Mediterranean!
🌊Proud that Plan Bleu has contributed since 1977 to a more sustainable future for the region.
🌍Here's to the next 50 years of cooperation and commitment!
Tatjana Hema MAP Coordinator highlighted the triple planetary crisis facing the Mediterranean, noting COP24 is key to shaping a new path built on collaboration & solidarity, reflecting five decades of united action for a resilient region. #COP24med
📣Plan Bleu hosted a workshop at the 19th World Water Congress today.📘We shared key findings from our newly published scientific volume on desalination, aligned with the Barcelona Convention, MSSD & Agenda 2030. The session featured regional challenges & major insights.
📣COP24 : Day 1 Highlights
Science, cooperation & action for the #Mediterranean. Side event: Supporting the Global Biodiversity Framework, spotlight on the 3 emerging TSCCs and regional coordination.
🌍 Plan Bleu took part in the discussion.
🔛 COP24 ANNIVERSARY EVENT
🌐 The ceremony will begin shortly… stay tuned!
🔴 Today, on the opening day of COP24 in Cairo, UNEP/MAP Coordinator Tatjana Hema will inaugurate the ceremony celebrating the 50th anniversary of UNEP/MAP.
📣Plan Bleu at the 19th World Water Congress in Morocco. M.Bellières spoke in a special session on desalination, discussing sustainable water management, environmental impacts & financing. We shared key results from our report on sustainable desalination.🔗https://t.co/VL2XcTA00R
🔴 Tomorrow is the day of COP24!
🔜 Only 24 hours to the official start of COP24, taking place from 2 to 5 December in Cairo.
✳️ This important event brings together the 22 Contracting Parties.
🔛Learn more➡️https://t.co/yDUJ33TcUC
🌊A key report on sustainable desalination in the Mediterranean. As water scarcity grows, desalination is essential, but must stay sustainable. The report covers key environmental, economic and social insights, policy guidance and practical solutions. https://t.co/VL2XcTAxQp
📢 Join us at COP24!
Plan Bleu, ETC-UMA and Interreg Euro-MED partners are hosting a side event on restoring Mediterranean forests & wetlands.
Discover innovative solutions, key policy messages and insights to boost regional climate resilience.
#Mediterranean#ClimateResilience
Plan Bleu joined the 3rd Natural Heritage Mission Dialogue in Barcelona to present updates on the MSSD, key outcomes of the Artemis project, and new policy recommendations for ecosystem restoration ahead of COP24.
#PlanBleu#NaturalHeritageMission#EuroMED#MSSD#COP24
📊 $27.3B - the economic cost of invasive species in the Mediterranean. 🐟
Prevention & public-private partnerships can turn this challenge into a sustainable opportunity.
Read more: https://t.co/kWwU8yFIwB