The pan-Mediterranean digital campaign to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the UNEP/MAP follows its route also in 2026 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Barcelona Convention through a more and more rich constellation of events around the Mediterranean Sea

This is a day organized by ISPRA at MAXXI, entirely dedicated to data, information, and perspectives on the future of our sea, with the participation of researchers, institutional representatives, journalists, associations, and students.

The event will revolve around the following main themes: understanding the health status of Italian seas; protecting biodiversity and restoring marine ecosystems; the blue economy for sustainability and innovation; the interconnection between the health of the sea, human health, and animal health (the “One Health” principle); and enhancing scientific communication and environmental education for the sea.

Date: November 20 2025
Location: MAXXI – the National Museum of 21st Century Arts, Rome