State of the Mediterranean marine and coastal environment

This report “State of the Mediterranean Marine and Coastal Environment” published by UNEP/MAP (Mediterranean Action Plan) to which Plan Bleu has contributedn, provides information on the overall nature of Mediterranean ecosystems and defines pressures affecting the state of Mediterranean’s environment, to which 21 countries have coast. It also offers detailed information on the vital services that coastal and marine habitats provide to their inhabitants.

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SoMMCER

Other recent publications

20/02/26

Advancing One Health in the Mediterranean

This report explores the application of the One Health approach in the Mediterranean, with a specific focus on marine and coastal environments, where interactions between

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18/02/26

Plastic Pollution in the Mediterranean: Which Role for Coastal Cities and Their Valuable Ecosystems?

Plastic pollution poses a growing threat to Mediterranean populations and ecosystems, driven by unsustainable consumption patterns, insufficient waste management, and governance gaps. Despite existing legal

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04/02/26

Urban and Coastal Water Management through Nature-Based Solutions

In response to growing water-related challenges in Mediterranean urban and coastal areas, this policy note examines the potential of Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) as integrated, sustainable,

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