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🌍 Celebrating the legacy of Marie Skłodowska-Curie and the impactful work her namesake program continues to enable in addressing today’s most urgent environmental challenges!     The VALIAS Project, Coastline-msca, and ClearClimate projects are proud to be funded under the @Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions by the European Commission. Through this support, we have joined forces as an Alliance focused on driving sustainable innovation and promoting climate resilience within marine, coastal, and climate adaptation sectors. Together, we aim to tackle some of the most critical environmental issues by enhancing coastal protection, fostering sustainable resource management, and improving climate adaptation strategies.     This partnership not only aligns with the #European Green Deal and #Horizon Europe’s Clusters 4 and 5 but also reinforces Europe’s commitment to a sustainable future.     In the spirit of collaboration and Marie Skłodowska-Curie’s enduring dedication to scientific discovery, we’re excited to announce plans for a series of rotational webinars, shared outreach events, and policy engagement initiatives. Each webinar will focus on different areas of expertise within this Alliance: sustainable marine resources (VALIAS), coastal ecosystem protection (COASTLINE), and climate adaptation (ClearClimate). Our collective efforts will also be highlighted at the Aquaculture Europe 2025 event in Valencia, Spain, where we’ll advocate for sustainable practices and discuss key policy issues around resource management.     As Marie Skłodowska-Curie remains a beacon for researchers worldwide, we hope our joint efforts honor her legacy by fostering sustainable solutions that protect ecosystems, enhance climate resilience, and promote environmental stewardship. Here’s to advancing scientific innovation that safeguards our planet for future generations! 🌱  Cyprus University of Technology Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) Politecnico di Bari Aegean Solutions SA #MarieCurie #MSCA #HorizonEU #Sustainability #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalProtection #HorizonResultsBooster #VALIAS #COASTLINE #ClearClimate #EuropeanGreenDeal #ClimateAdaptation #ResourceEfficiency #Collaboration #CUT

🚀 NEVERMORE project boosting the city of Aledo, Spain The municipality of Aledo, Spain, is currently implementing various #sustainableprojects, benefitting from #EUfunds. Among such projects, there is NEVERMORE, aimed at supporting excellence in climate research. With a total budget of 213,750 euros, the Region of Murcia, partner of the project, is being analysed as an example of a Mediterranean region with a #desertclimate to identify its #climaterisks and #vulnerabilities, and develop corresponding participatory processes at local level. Aledo will also benefit from investments to implement or improve projects of separate collection systems for #biowaste, #textiles and #usedcookingoil. This subsidy is within the framework of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, funded by the European Union-Next Generation EU. 👉 To read more on Aledo: https://lnkd.in/dWiZ_QEZ 💡 To discover NEVERMORE project: https://lnkd.in/dR-d7r4R alda* - European Association for Local Democracy | Fondazione Bruno Kessler - FBK | CMCC Foundation - Centro Euro Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici | Energikontor Norr | Instituto de Fomento de la Región de Murcia | NCSR "DEMOKRITOS" | Provincia Autonoma di Trento | RINA | SIMAVI Software Imagination & Vision

📣Upcoming #GFCR engagements! 🌊 The line up of ocean events in early 2024 sets the stage for great action and commitments for #SDG14 on the road to the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3). Within the lineup of convenings, the upcoming UN Ocean Decade Conference and the Our Ocean Conference focus on impact areas directly aligned to the implementation priorities of the Global Fund for Coral Reefs (GFCR), including sustainable ocean production, sustainable coastal development, circular economy and pollution management, and sustainable financing mechanisms. During the global convenings, GFCR will showcase reef-positive blended finance solutions from its portfolio, while facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing opportunities within a network of ocean practitioners and decision makers. 🌊🇪🇸 2024 UN Ocean Decade Conference; Barcelona, Spain: 🪸 The Coral Reef Breakthrough 🗓️ April 11; 8:30-9:45 CET 📍 International Barcelona Convention Center, Indian Ocean Room (127-128) International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) together with partners including, GFCR, G20 CORDAP (Coral Research & Development Accelerator Platform), UN Biodiversity, and the Ocean & Climate Platform, will showcase how the #CoralReefBreakthrough offers a tool to guide action #ForCoral and help deliver on the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) targets. 🪸 Science requirements to meet the Global Biodiversity Framework for Coral Reefs 🗓️ April 12; 8:30-9:45 CET 📍 International Barcelona Convention Center, Indian Ocean Room (127-128) Led by CORDAP and co-hosted by NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, GFCR and other partners, this event delves into the pressing need for advanced science and technology to meet the GBF targets and protect coral reefs. This dialogue aims to generate consensus on science – policy – society priorities for the #OceanDecade as well as forge a path of opportunities for new partnerships. 🌊🇬🇷 Our Ocean Conference; Athens, Greece 🪸 Investing in Reef-Positive Businesses 🗓️April 16; 13:00-13:50 EET 📍Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, Book Castle GFCR together with UNDP, UN Environment Programme, United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) and Conservation Finance Alliance will host a dialogue on “reef-positive solutions,” spotlighting businesses and financing initiatives that positively impact the resilience of coral reefs and local communities. This session seeks to deliver insights from implementers across the Asia-Pacific, Caribbean, and Mesoamerican regions, including invaluable lessons from Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Discussion will span innovative blended finance models and sustainable finance strategies, fostering a collaborative ecosystem for blue economy growth. Sign up through this link to join the event: https://lnkd.in/eGnk4_uf

🤝 Meet our partners and associates! 🔎 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗬 (Part 2) 🔬CNR-IAS: exploring the depths to protect and sustain the heart of our blue planet. As part of Italy's prestigious National Research Council, we're dedicated to unravelling the complex interplay between human activities and marine ecosystems. We navigate the challenges of the Anthropocene—the era defined by humanity's significant imprint on Earth. Through cutting-edge research in marine and coastal ecology, including ecological modelling, oceanography, and the impacts of both natural and human-induced changes, we aim to safeguard our oceans for future generations. 🏞️ CMCC Foundation - Centro Euro Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici: science and innovation for a sustainable tomorrow. We are a leading research center focused on understanding the interaction between climate change and society. Our mission is to blend rigorous science with innovative technology, fostering sustainable growth and protecting our planet. From agriculture to economics, we delve into the climate's influence on various systems, striving for resilience. As a key player both locally and globally, we provide vital support for policy-making, offering insights and strategies for adaptation and mitigation. 🌊 FAIC Forum of the Adriatic and Ionian Cities: 42 cities united across the Adriatic and Ionian Basin. Founded in Ancona in 1999, we are a non-profit international association open to municipalities of the Adriatic-Ionian basin. We bridge cultures across the Adriatic-Ionian basin, fostering peace and open dialogue. We have been officially recognised as a key actor of the implementation of the EUSAIR Strategy, fully supporting it through all its activities and collaborating with the European Commission and the other relevant institutions. 🐢 WWF Italia: build a future in which people live in harmony with nature. We have matured substantial experience in supporting conservation projects and initiatives in the Mediterranean Region. The organization can bring the perspective of local communities and maritime sectors into the Mission's dialogues, therefore contributing to increase their effectiveness. 🍀 UNIMED - Mediterranean Universities Union:  Universities Network for intercultural dialogue and International cooperation. Since 1991, we have united over 140 universities from 23 countries around the Mediterranean, fostering education, research, and cooperation across cultures. Our mission is to enrich the Euro-Mediterranean area through scientific, cultural, social, and economic collaboration. With focus areas including Climate Change, Food & Water, and Mediterranean Tourism, we're building a brighter, more connected future. #marineconservation #NaturalHeritage #sustainability #biodiversity Interreg Euro-MED Programme

📆¡SAVE THE DATE! 📌The LIFE COSTAdapta project will be present next Tuesday, 16 July at 17h00, at Uni Climática, an event that will be held from 15 to 19 July 2024 and will focus on specialised training in climate and biodiversity. In this fifth edition, Uni Climática is dedicated to adaptation to the impacts of climate change. 🔝Patricia del Mar Caro Ruiz, from the Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, member of the coordination team of the LIFE COSTAdapta Project, will present the project that seeks to address the adaptation of the coast of Gran Canaria to sea level rise through an innovative methodology: the design and testing of an innovative and progressive tidal pool-reef system, which uses, partially, the traditional technique of building tidal pools, common elements in the Canary Islands and the rest of Macaronesia, for the coastal adaptation of Gran Canaria to climate change. 📝More information and registration 👉 https://lnkd.in/dtQz-zTd 🚩COSTAdapta is a project coordinated by the Consejo Insular de la Energía de Gran Canaria of the CABILDO DE GRAN CANARIA with the support of 7 partners: Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; Universidad de Cantabria; Ingecid; RALEY Estudios Costeros; ECOncrete; Fundación para el Desarrollo Sostenible, Canarias Recicla and FINNOVA FOUNDATION. #LIFECOSTAdapta #CoastalAdaptation #ClimateChange #Coasts #TidalPoolReef #CanaryIslands #Sea #Tourism #Sustainability #LIFEAmplifiers #Economy #Macaronesia #LIFEAmplifier CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency LIFE Programme Gobierno de Canarias Agenda 2030 Canarias Europe Direct Canarias EUROPE DIRECT CANARIAS 🆖🇪🇺

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Our handbook has been officially announced, marking a significant step forward in understanding and managing #NBT #destinations amid #climatechange. Anna Spenceley, David Fennell and I aligned the handbook with the vital principles of the #GlasgowDeclaration, offering insights into five critical areas: 💠 #Monitoring and #MeasuringEmissions: Introduces tools for quantifying travel-related emissions, setting a baseline for progress in emission reduction. 💠 Accelerating #Decarbonization: Explores strategies to reduce carbon footprints with case studies and emerging technologies. 💠 Inspiring #EcosystemRegeneration: Delves into initiatives to recover natural habitats, crucial for ecological integrity and enhancing the visitor experience. 💠 Fostering #Collaboration: Examines partnership dynamics among stakeholders in NBT destinations, from local to international levels. 💠 Ensuring #FinancialCapacities: Presents financial models to support climate action plans, ensuring destinations can achieve sustainability goals. We thank all authors and reviewers who contributed their expertise and insights to this comprehensive guide. 💪 PREORDER 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dMzBXUAB #SustainableTourism #ClimateAction #NatureBasedTourism #GlasgowDeclaration Robin Nunkoo, Ph.D Colin Michael Hall Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism - University of Split Colorado State University University of Johannesburg Brock University Eivind Farstad Giles Davies Freeda Maria Emmanuel Salim Emmanuel George Chloe King Dr. Pranab J Patar Iris Kerst Megan Epler Wood O'Shannon Burns Donagh Horgan Jan Vidar Haukeland Lucas Berard-Chenu Anouk Bonnemains Ho Hon Leung Susanne Etti Bert Smit Ko Koens Mira Zovko Izidora Marković Vukadin Asif Hussain, PhD Jonathan Smith Holly Dublin Derek de la Harpe Martina Baucic Sara Silva IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation MedPAN EUROPARC Federation Arnau Teixidor Carla Danelutti Lucía Prieto Fustes

Two years ago, I had the incredible opportunity to study the Invisible Burden of tourism on Block Island, Rhode Island for Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health under the direction of Megan Epler Wood and O'Shannon Burns. While tourism is an important revenue stream for many destinations around the world, it can also produce significant costs that are typically not accounted for in the budgets of local governments. These costs, or the “Invisible Burden” of tourism, put pressures on environmental and socio-cultural resources like the overuse of public utilities, the degradation of natural landscapes, and a lack of affordable housing for residents. Understanding these costs is critical for effective tourism management. More information about the Invisible Burden first reported by EplerWood International can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gQY5RMi6 It is an honor to have the work we conducted in Block Island to be included in the recently announced Handbook on Managing Nature-Based Tourism Destinations Amid Climate Change alongside numerous leaders in the sustainable tourism field. Responsible management is vital for maintaining resilient destinations and to ensure that the benefits of tourism outweigh the costs. Considering tourism holistically will help safeguard these destinations for future generations to explore and expand their worldview through the discovery of travel.

In B. Link, we believe that cross-border and interregional cooperation is pivotal to address common challenges, promote territorial cohesion, and strengthen alliances between different types of actors. That is the reason why we support and participate in numerous Interreg projects. 🚀Recently, we have submitted 7 projects to 4 calls from different programs: 3 Interreg NEXT MED Programme projects: ♻ MATRIX (SO2.4) - Textile sector circularity in the Mediterranean 🏛 SHAREN (SO2.1) - Energy transition in Mediterranean historical centers 🏕 OASIS (SO1.2) - Green and digital transition of adventure tourism in the Mediterranean 2 Interreg Sudoe Programme projects 🌳 ICARUS (SO1.1) - Circular bioeconomy for buildings' construction and reconstruction ⚡ SENECA (SO2.4)- Sustainable Energy Networks to Empower Countryside Areas 1 Interreg Europe project: 🔬 ENLIGHTEN (SO SMEs competitiveness) - Alliances between cities for health and life sciences 1 Interreg Euro-MED Programme project 🏖 Regenera4MED (SO2.4) - Regenerative tourism in the Mediterranean #RegenerativeTourism #FonsUECat

🌍 Today, October 24, we celebrate the International Day against Climate Change. On this important day, we highlight the LIFE COSTAdapta project, which seeks to adapt the vulnerable coast of Gran Canaria to the rise in sea level. Using an innovative tidal pool-reef system, the project combines traditional methods with advanced solutions to strengthen coastal resilience, protect the local tourism-dependent economy, and preserve key habitats for biodiversity and local communities. 💼 Funded by the EU's LIFE Programme, this 7-year project, with a budget of EUR 3,409,864, is led by the Gran Canaria Island Energy Council and is supported by seven partners, including the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and the Finnova Foundation. 📌 Find out more about how LIFE COSTAdapta contributes to sustainable coastal management and climate resilience. 📎https://lnkd.in/dDqTCrsr CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency, LIFE Programme Consejo Insular de la Energía de Gran Canaria FINNOVA FOUNDATION Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Universidad de Cantabria INGECID ECOncrete Fundación para el Desarrollo Sostenible, Canarias Recicla #LIFECOSTAdapta #CambioClimático #AdaptaciónCostera #GranCanaria #Turismo #Sostenibilidad #ArrecifesDeMarea #Economía #ErosiónCostera #PactoVerdeEuropeo #LIFEAmplifiers