On behalf of the communication team from Tour du Valat, we contribute to the dissemination of this press release. World Wetlands Day – February 2, 2026 Five levers for action to change course, according to the Mediterranean Wetlands Observatory As World Wetlands Day approaches, the recent report released by the Mediterranean Wetlands Observatory (MWO) warns […]
The third edition of the Status of Mediterranean Forests (SoMF 2025) has been officially launched by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Silva Mediterranea, the Committee on Mediterranean Forestry Questions, during the 6th Near East Forestry Week in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia the first week of October 2025. The new report provides
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The IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation (IUCN Med), with Members and key partners from the Mediterranean region will showcase leading initiatives on biodiversity, climate resilience, marine conservation and equitable development during the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi. 🌿 Access to the document: Med WCC document The Mediterranean, one of the world’s most biodiverse yet
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Article written by Elias Palialexis for GTP News Amid initiatives such as the designation of marine parks in the Ionian and Aegean Seas, the “Untrodden Mountains and Beaches” program, the establishment of protection zones, and new frameworks for sustainable development, Greek tourism is gradually gaining significant institutional advantages that strengthen its long-term prospects. Although the road ahead remains long,
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Published on behalf of the Priority Actions Programme Regional Activity Centre (PAP/RAC) Organised by the Priority Actions Programme Regional Activity Centre (PAP/RAC) under the UNEP/MAP – Barcelona Convention, Mediterranean Coast Day draws attention to the urgent challenges facing our coasts and returns this September 25 with a strong call to action. This year’s theme: “Inspiring
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A international campaign has been launched to protect the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve in Spain from a controversial expansion of the Guggenheim Museum. Spearheaded by the Mediterranean Alliance for Wetlands, this coalition includes 77 organizations across 35 countries, from WWF and BirdLife partners to grassroots Basque groups. At the heart of the conflict is the proposed
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The The Mediterranean Experts on Climate and environmental Change (MedECC) is launching the preparation of the Second Mediterranean Assessment Report (MAR2). MAR2 aims to provide updated scientific knowledge and comprehensive understanding of climate and environmental challenges specific to the Mediterranean region. Many Mediterranean governments and decision-makers have shown strong interest in MAR1 and the subsequent
The Journalismfund Europe vzw, based in Brussels, launched a grant programme to support cross-border teams of professional journalists and/or news outlets to conduct investigations into environmental affairs related to Europe. The investigation needs to focus on a cross-border environmental issue that has a strong connection to Europe. This means that the investigation can also involve issues and locations outside Europe, if there is
An international conference entitled “Climate Crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East” will take place in Cyprus from 26 to 28 September, with the participation of the Prince of Jordan Hassan bin Talal and internationally renowned scientists and policy makers, co-organised by the Cyprus Institute and the Cyprus Academy of Sciences, Letters and
“Our commitment to Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is deeply rooted in the belief that education is the cornerstone of sustainable development and should be set at the center of learning,” said Athena Michaelidou, Minister of Education, Sports and Youth, while delivering on Thursday her welcoming remarks at the opening of the MED-9 High-Level Forum on
Cyprus an “exemplary case” of Education for Sustainable Development, Minister says Read More »