From June 9 to 13, 2025
Third United Nations Ocean Conference
Working together for sustainable Ocean management! France and Costa Rica are co-organizing the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice.
15 april 2025
SPAMI Day
Each year on 15 April the Mediterranean region will mark an official observance celebrating the Specially Protected Areas of Mediterranean Importance (SPAMIs).
Greening education in the Mediterranean
n preparation for the upcoming Ministerial Conference, the UfM, in collaboration with UNIMED – the Mediterranean Universities Union, and the University of Girona, will organize consultations and a meeting for academic leaders and experts in June 2025, specifically focusing on greening education. The meeting is organised in the framework of the UfM Mediterranean Green Week 2025. These sessions will address greening curricula, teacher training, and the capacities of higher education systems....
Paths That Last – Collaborating for a Sustainable Tourism in the Mediterranean
“Paths That Last – Collaborating for a sustainable tourism in the Mediterranean“ is a key event organised by the Mediterranean Multi- Programme Mechanism which the Interreg Euro-MED Programme is part of together with Interreg Greece-Cyprus, Italy-Croatia, Italy-France Maritime, Italy-Malta, Italy-Slovenia, Italy-Tunisia and NEXT MED. By bringing together the project partners from the 8 Programmes this event offers a unique opportunity to: Connect with project partners and...
2nd Mediterranean Green Week
The 2nd Mediterranean Green Week is a key regional gathering convened by the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) to foster collaboration on climate adaptation and mitigation, environmental sustainability, resilient infrastructure, Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus, and inclusive green energy transition across the Euro-Mediterranean region. This second edition brings together representatives from all 43 UfM Member States—alongside civil society,...
7th Euro-Mediterranean Conference for Environmental Integration (EMCEI 2025)
The 7th Euro-Mediterranean Conference for Environmental Integration (EMCEI-2025) builds on prior achievements to position itself as the key venue in the Euro-Mediterranean region for showcasing and debating cutting-edge environmental science research from this region and around the world. EMCEI-25 aims to gather high-quality, original research papers for publication following peer review in the proceedings (indexed in Scopus) and in topical collections of the Euro-Mediterranean Journal for...
Mediterranean Forum of the Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change
The event will highlight multi-level governance as a key driver of climate action in the Mediterranean area, showcasing how Charter Signatories and regional and local authorities address the related climate challenges. Date: 19 June 2025Location: Bologna, Italy Learn more
Euro-Mediterranean Cooperation: building capacity on science for policy
The Union for the Mediterranean (UfM), in collaboration with the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) and Spain’s National Office for Science Advice (ONAC), is organizing a two-day training program in Madrid, hosted at the Complejo de la Moncloa, the official residence of the Presidency of the Government of Spain. The program is designed for scientists eager to enhance their understanding of policy processes and improve their ability to contribute to evidence-informed...
The Blue Crab Festival
The Blue Crab Festival is one of the actions to promote key blue crab-related management measures and to engage the public and stakeholders in the protection of marine biodiversity. It is fully aligned with the "Guidelines Document on the Identification and Introduction of Appropriate Measures for the Reduction of New Introductions and for Eradication/Control of Non-Indigenous Species" and with the report "Best Practices and Management Measures for Blue Crabs in the Mediterranean", produced by...
Sub-regional Workshop on Liability and Compensation for Oil Pollution Damage
The Regional Marine Pollution Emergency Response Centre for the Mediterranean Sea (REMPEC) will be organising a Sub-regional Workshop on Liability and Compensation for Oil Pollution Damage. The Workshop is co-financed by the Mediterranean Trust fund and the IMO’s Integrated Technical Cooperation Programme (ITCP). The Workshop will be led by speakers from the International Oil Pollution Compensation Funds (IOPC), ITOPF, the International Group of P & I Clubs, and REMPEC. Date: June 17 and...
UNOC3 2025 – SIDE EVENTS
“Sharing Effective Lessons Learned and Case Studies in the Mediterranean Towards a Future-Ready Sea Basin: From the Regional to the Global Context". Is the title of SIDE Event organized by the Italian Ministry of Environment and Energy Security, the Ministry of Universities and Research (MUR), REMPEC – UNEP/MAP, INFO/RAC – UNEP/MAP, BlueMissionMed CSA, and the European Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership (SBEP), will highlight the strategic role of the Mediterranean in advancing a sustainable...
UNOC3 2025 – SIDE EVENTS
“African Mediterranean Europe Cooperation” is the title of a side event organized by La Saison Bleue, Institut Océanographique Paul Ricard, Institut Jacques Delors, the EU Mission, BlueMissionMed, Blue Africa Summit, MedPAN, UFM, UNEP/MAP, Goumbook (MENA Ocean Summit), IRD, and the African Union, with participants including Pascal Lamy and Abdeljalil Lahjomri. This event aims for the following results: Strengthened collaboration among participating countries Fruitful exchanges on best...
Linking natural heritage and sustainable tourism: Euro-MED perspectives on marine and coastal policies
Organized within the framework of the Natural Heritage and Sustainable Tourism Missions of the Interreg Euro-MED Programme, this event will highlight the main policy recommendations as well as concrete examples of actions carried out by six Euro-Mediterranean thematic projects. Flash project presentations:Artemis Interreg Euro-MED (Bax / Plan Bleu), MIRAMAR (UNISI), GreenList4MPAs (IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation), MPA4Change (EUROPARC Federation), AQUAMAN (SMILO – EPLO),...
MEDITERRANEAN DAY
TODAY at UNOC3 will take place the Mediterranean Day.Organized by the Interministerial Delegation for the Mediterranean, the event will bring together high-level public and private stakeholders and will offer a unique opportunity to explore the challenges of marine protection from multiple perspectives and at various scales. Ms. Tatjana Hema, Coordinator of the Mediterranean Action Plan of the United Nations Environment Programme,will participate at 18:45 in the event and present an overview...
UNOC3 2025 UNEP/MAP Barcelona Convention
The Regional Seas Programme is actively participating in the 2025 UN Ocean Conference 3 (UNOC3) with a full agenda of events. UNEP/MAP – Barcelona ConventionOur Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility: Accelerating Adaptation and Enhancing Resilience from the Mediterranean Lands to the SeaDate: 10 June 2025Location: UNOC3 2025 17:30–18:45 – Room 3, Blue Zone, Nice. Learn more
UNOC3 2025 HIGH-LEVEL EVENT
25 Years of the Pelagos Agreement: "Strengthening Cooperation for Marine Mammal Conservation Organised by Pelagos Agreement this meeting will offer a unique platform to reflect on two and a half decades of cross-border cooperation and to explore future directions for strengthening marine conservation efforts in a more robust and resilient way. Learn more
The Regional Seas Programme at UNOC3 2025
The UNEP Regional Seas Programme is a global initiative implemented through regional frameworks for cooperation, management, and protection of shared marine and coastal environments.The programme covers 18 regions, most of which have adopted a regional action plan supported by a legal framework in the form of a regional convention and associated protocols on specific issues, known as Regional Seas Conventions and Action Plans (RSCAP).The Regional Seas Programme is participating in the 2025 UN...
Mediterranean Day at UNOC3 2025
The Mediterranean Day will focus particularly on decentralized cooperation, the blue economy, and civil society climate action. The event will bring together representatives from both the public and private sectors to promote concrete solutions for the preservation of the sea and its coastlines, and to reaffirm the Mediterranean States’ commitment to a sustainable and inclusive blue economy. During Mediterranean Day, the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Region and other Mediterranean local...
UNOC3 2025 – SIDE EVENTS
"Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility: Accelerating Adaptation and Enhancing Resilience from the Mediterranean Lands to the Sea" is the title of a side event organized by the Croatian Ministry of Environmental Protection and Green Transition and the Priority Actions Programme Regional Activity Centre (PAP/RAC). This event explores the ocean as the final recipient of all waters - linking landscapes, communities, and ecosystems in an unbreakable cycle.As the Mediterranean faces growing...
Coastal Tourism Facing Climate Change: The Case of the Cap Ferrat Marine Protected Area
This session will highlight Plan Bleu’s support within the NaTour4CChange project, which aims to strengthen the climate resilience of coastal destinations through nature-based solutions. The initial results of the climate risk assessment for the tourism sector in the Cap Ferrat Marine Protected Area will be presented, along with the main adaptation strategies explored. Speakers:Léa F., Marine Environment Research Officer – Natura 2000 Cap FerratChloé MARTIN, Sustainable Tourism Program Manager...
World Oceans Day
On June 8, 2025, Nice will host the United Nations World Oceans Day. The event will take place just days before the United Nations Ocean Conference, scheduled from June 9 to 13, 2025.These two major UN events represent an unprecedented opportunity to raise visibility and strengthen collaborative efforts in support of the ocean. Learn more
Blue Economy and Finance Forum
The BEFF, jointly organized by the Government of Monaco, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation and the Oceanographic Institute of Monaco, with the support of France and Costa Rica, will contribute to the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG14): "conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development". Date: From 7 to 8 June 2025Location: Monaco Learn more
Mediterranean in Action: Engaging Communities and Advancing Solutions to Tackle Pollution under the Mission Ocean and Waters
In the framework of the EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030”, the EU funded project BlueMissionMed, in collaboration with the European Commission, is proud to host this high-level side event at the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference. The side event brings together actors who are actively contributing to these goals. It showcases tangible, replicable initiatives that demonstrate how Mission objectives are being translated into action on the ground. Date: 6 June 2025 10:00 –...
MSP4BIO Webinar: How Can Marine Spatial Planning Help Achieve Europe’s 30×30 Targets?
PAP/RAC will host the MSP4BIO webinar "How Can Marine Spatial Planning Help Achieve Europe’s 30×30 Targets?" The webinar will explore:The current status of marine protection across EuropeBarriers and opportunities for integrating biodiversity in MSPReal-world examples from national contextsPolicy recommendations and next steps for the EU MSP Directive Date: 6 June 2025Location: On line Learn more
World Environment Day 2025 – 5 June 2025
Today is a global call to protect the Environment. Every action counts.Turn the tide on plastic: this captures the essence of “Beat Plastic Pollution,” the theme of World Environment Day 2025. The choice of this theme is due to the fact that plastic pollution has a profound impact on the triple planetary crisis: the climate crisis, the crisis of nature (including land degradation and biodiversity loss), and the crisis of pollution and waste.Together, we can. Learn more
One Ocean Science Congress
The One Ocean Science Congress is the scientific pillar of the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3). The One Ocean Science Congress (OOSC), a UNOC3 Special Event dedicated to Science, and to provide Heads of State, Government, and the broader society, with comprehensive scientific insights on the Ocean's health and future trajectory. Science-informed decisions should enable the conservation and sustainable use of the Ocean, optimize the solutions it offers, and safeguard the services...
The SwitchersFund: A Venture Philanthropy Fund for the Mediterranean
In Messina, on 27 and 28 May, the workshop “The SwitchersFund: A Venture Philanthropy Fund for the Mediterranean” is taking place, organized by MedWaves in collaboration with SEFEA MED and Fondazione MeSSInA. The objective of this workshop is to establish a new Venture Philanthropy Fund—a solidarity-driven, patient-capital financial instrument aimed at fostering systemic, sustainable, and equitable territorial development across selected areas of the Mediterranean. The workshop provides a...
Decadal slowdown of mean sea level rise in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea: the role of the water budget (1993–2022)
The May 21 webinar will feature Federica Borile, postdoctoral researcher at the University of Bologna. Her work focuses on improving ocean modeling and enhancing the simulation of key processes such as water mass formation, mesoscale dynamics, and decadal sea level trends.The study investigates decadal mean sea level variability in the Mediterranean Sea (1993–2022) using satellite altimetry, tide gauges, and reanalyses. Results show an Eastern Mediterranean sea level trend slowdown mainly...
European Maritime Day
The European Maritime Day is the annual event during which Europe’s maritime community meet to network, discuss and outline joint action on maritime affairs and sustainable blue economy.The EMD 2025 is organised by the European Commission, the Cork City Council and the Irish ministry Department of Environment, Climate and Communications. Date 21-23 May 2025 Location Cork, Ireland Learn more
Capraia Smart Island 2025
Capraia Smart Island 2025 host the Pilot Platform for Sustainable Mediterranean Small Island Communities, a joint initiative by Chimica Verde Bionet, SMILO, and BlueMissionMed. This event brings together key players to explore and scale innovative solutions that strenghen the resilience and sustainability of small Mediterranean islands. Date: 20 May 2025Location: Capraia island, Italy Learn more
An Ocean of Opportunities for Women Symposium
IMO is organizing a Symposium under the theme An Ocean of Opportunities for Women to celebrate the 2025 International Day for Women in Maritime. Date: 16 May 2025 - h.2:00 pmLocation: IMO Headquarters, London, and live streamed on IMO's YouTube channel Learn more
BlueMissionMed Community-Building Webinar Series
BlueMissionMed (BMM) project aims at bridging the gap between innovative solutions and the Med community, while enhancing the capacity of businesses, tech, policy and society to adopt and deploy these innovations. For this, the BMM Support Programme is gearing up for an exciting series of ‘Community Building’ Webinars, across three key thematic areas: Smart Solutions for Waste, Water & Energy: May 12th, 12:30-15:30 CEST. Biobased Innovation: May 20th, 10:00-13:00 CEST. Monitoring,...
The Mediterranean Posidona Network Seminar 2025
The Mediterranean Posidonia Network Seminar taking place from May 5 to 9, 2025 in Yasmine Hammamet, Tunisia. 92 participants from 16 Mediterranean countries are gathered to share insights, build alliances, and drive bold regional action for Posidonia resilience.This edition will see the formal validation of our MPN Roadmap, a first-of-its-kind framework for Posidonia conservation and restoration in the region, paving the way toward the upcoming UN Ocean Conference. Date: from 5 to 9 May...
Side Event “From hidden threats to visible actions: Adressing POPs and Nano/Microplastic Waste”
Organized by SCRS Spain (MedWaves) and the Global Alliance on Health and Pollution, with support from BCRC Nigeria and the Environmental Management Agency (EMA) – Zimbabwe.This side event will address the full spectrum of plastic-related issues—from prevention and pollution assessment to real-world case studies.It will highlight the importance of multilateral approaches and regional cooperation, uncovering hidden challenges linked to plastics and POPs, while presenting practical and scalable...
Webinar on Med SOx ECA
The Regional Marine Pollution Emergency Response Centre for the Mediterranean Sea (REMPEC) together with HELMEPA - Hellenic Marine Environment Protection Association and IBIA is organizing a joint webinar on Tuesday 29 April 2025 to mark the important milestone of the establishment of the Mediterranean Sulphur Emission Control Area (MedSOxECA) which will be effectively implemented on 1 May 2025. Date: 29 April 2025Location: Webinair Learn more
1st Meeting of the Working Group on the Implementation of the Single Species Action Plan for the Angelshark in the Mediterranean Sea
The 1st Meeting of the Working Group on the Implementation of the Single Species Action Plan for the Angelshark in the Mediterranean Sea (Angelshark WG1) is scheduled to take place online on 29–30 April 2025: The meeting will discuss institutional matters, establish a governance structure to support the implementation of the SSAP, agree funding and coordination arrangements, set up a reporting mechanism, and review the Annexes of the SSAP. Date: April 29–30 2025Location: On...
Workshop “Transition Pathways MED2050 in Tunisia”
This workshop, co-organized by Plan Bleu and Saison Bleu, brought together key Tunisian stakeholders and experts to discuss strategic issues related to sustainable development.the workshop focused on defining transition pathways to ensure the long-term protection of Mediterranean ecosystems. Participants worked on selected MED2050 scenarios to identify priority actions for the short, medium, and long term, guiding the region toward a sustainable future while mitigating potential risks. The...
Parties Agree on the Way Forward for EIA/SEA in a Transboundary Context
Regional meeting on Legal study for integration of transboundary EIA/SEA in the context of the Barcelona Convention and its Prootcols, Athens Read more
NaTour4Cchange
The initial training on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and the IUCN Global Standard, organized by IUCN with support from NBSCLIMATE, will bring together NaTour4CChange project partners, including Plan Bleu, and pilot area representatives. This tailored event aims to build a solid understanding of NbS and support their effective design and implementation. The training will be followed by an internal Project Steering Committee meeting and an optional field trip to explore real-life applications....
IMO/ITLOS Workshop
The IMO and International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) joint Workshop will feature discussions on the ITLOS Advisory Opinion on Climate Change and the Ocean, essential aspects of ITLOS case law and procedures related to the arrest of vessels, as well as fraudulent registration and due diligence in ship registration Read more
Transition pathways workshop in Croatia
This event will bring together key stakeholders and Croatian experts to discuss strategic issues related to sustainable development. Read more
Workshop “Transition Pathways MED2050 in Croatia”
Plan Bleu and the French Embassy organized the third MED2050 Transition Pathways workshop in Dubrovnik, bringing together key stakeholders and experts to discuss MED2050 transition pathways for sustainable development in the Mediterranean. The event focused on two MED2050 scenarios, with participants defining action priorities for the short, medium, and long term to guide the region toward a sustainable future. The workshop opened with a speech by Dubravka Šuica, European Commissioner for the...
3rd WG Meeting of MSSD revision thematic working groups
:On the final day of the UNEP/MAP Working Group on "Ocean Economy / Sustainable Finance," Plan Bleu concluded a series of key discussions to shape the future of sustainable finance in the Mediterranean. The event focused on aligning financial mechanisms with sustainability goals, phasing out harmful subsidies, developing a Common Mediterranean Green Language, and integrating cities into sustainable finance frameworks. These efforts aim to make green finance a central part of regional policies,...
MED2050 conference
Plan Bleu presented MED2050 report during the forward-looking conference "Aix-Marseille-Provence in the Mediterranean Space in 2050," organized by the Aix-Marseille-Provence Metropolis, the Urban Planning Agency of the Marseille Agglomeration (Agam), and Aupa | Urban Planning Agency of Pays d'Aix - Durance. This event marked the first presentation of the report in the Aix-Marseille-Provence area. During the morning session, local stakeholders and experts discussed the scenarios in relation to...
ARTEMIS partner meeting & local stakeholder workshop
This mid-term meeting brought together ARTEMIS project partners, led by Plan Bleu, along with associated partners and representatives from the Natural Heritage Mission to ensure the project’s transferability within the Interreg Euro MED community. The discussions focused on the progress of ecosystem services assessments and the development of action plans for restoring Posidonia seagrass meadows across the four pilot sites. Participants engaged in thematic working sessions covering ecosystem...
Fifth Meeting of the Barcelona Convention Offshore Oil and Gas Group (OFOG)
The Fifth Meeting of the Barcelona Convention Offshore Oil and Gas Group (OFOG) Sub-Group on Environmental Impact, Malta Read more
Ad hoc MCSD meeting – MSSD revision
This meeting of the Mediterranean Commission on Sustainable Development brought together members, country representatives, and observers to discuss the final evaluation of the Mediterranean Strategy for Sustainable Development (MSSD) 2016-2025 and the draft update for MSSD 2026-2035. Participants examined key priorities, including the integration of sustainable finance and the reinforcement of flagship initiatives such as the Mediterranean Forest Initiative and the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems...
SOFIGREEN Cross-Border Event
The SOFIGREEN Cross-Border Event, bringing together over 50 social economy enterprises from Italy, France, and Spain, represented by more than 70 managers. Read more
Workshop “Transition Pathways MED2050 in Morocco”
This workshop, co-organized by Plan Bleu and the Royal Institute for Strategic Studies, brought together key Moroccan stakeholders and experts to discuss strategic issues related to sustainable development. As part of the MED2050 foresight exercise launched in 2019 under the Barcelona Convention, the workshop focused on defining transition pathways to ensure the long-term protection of Mediterranean ecosystems. Participants worked on selected MED2050 scenarios to identify priority actions for...
Meeting of MSSD revision thematic working groups (Focus on Green Finance)
This second UNEP/MAP working group on the blue economy and sustainable finance, co-organized by Plan Bleu, brought together experts to discuss the integration of sustainable finance issues into the revision of the Mediterranean Strategy for Sustainable Development. Discussions focused on the gradual phase-out of environmentally harmful subsidies, aligning financial mechanisms with climate and biodiversity goals, and strengthening legal and regulatory frameworks for an effective transition....
Workshop “Economic Tools and Green Finance”
Organized by Plan Bleu, this workshop took place in Marseille and online, bringing together researchers from across the Mediterranean to discuss financial mechanisms and economic tools supporting a sustainable transition. Following the 2024 focus on environmentally harmful subsidies, 13 papers on green tools funded by Plan Bleu were presented and debated. These contributions will feed into the publication of an Edited Volume by Plan Bleu-UNEP/MAP-Barcelona Convention, scheduled for release by...
January 23, 2025 
ODYSSEY Reloaded Initiative
in the framework of MAP-50 Celebration
Opening of the MAP-50 Celebrations with the launch of the Second Edition of the Mediterranean Quality Status on 23 January 2025