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New project launches on supporting maritime decarbonization in the East Mediterranean
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions from maritime transport, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted in July 2023, a revised strategy that includes an enhanced common ambition to reach net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping by 2050 and a...
For a Litter-Free Mediterranean: Plastic Busters CAP workshop helps integrate Marine Litter into Local and National Planning
In an effort to combat marine litter and promote sustainable coastal management, the Plastic Busters CAP project hosted a workshop for integrating marine litter into local and national planning. The event took place on 20 September 2023 in Tunis and was organized by...
Empowering change through science: The Plastic Busters CAP participatory science campaign on marine litter in the Mediterranean
The Plastic Busters CAP participatory science campaign, aiming at tackling marine litter in the Mediterranean region, has achieved outstanding results through the collective efforts of numerous organizations. The campaign garnered significant interest from 60...
SOS-ZEROPOL2030 Report sheds light on Member States’ efforts to improve European waters
In a significant step towards safeguarding the health of both our planet and its inhabitants, the European Commission adopted the EU Action Plan: Towards Zero Pollution for Air, Water, and Soil in 2021. This ambitious plan aims to reduce pollution levels to a point...
Collective stakeholder efforts in addressing marine plastic pollution drive change in the Asterousia Biosphere Reserve
To address the pressing issue of marine plastic pollution in the Asterousia Biosphere Reserve, a dynamic and inclusive workshop took place on June 28, 2023, at the Municipality of Festos. Over forty stakeholders from various sectors, including associations,...
Med4Waste ongoing efforts to promote a meaningful Mediterranean dialogue for a better waste management governance
As Med4Waste is getting closer to its final steps, the capitalisation project organised two online events to showcase good practices, experiences and perspectives on sustainable waste management which achieved high attendance and engagement of the participants....