The Mediterranean library of knowledge
Explore the ENI CBC Med Programme's library of deliverables: a comprehensive digital repository of diverse resources tailored for the Mediterranean region. Discover in-depth studies, innovative strategies, and practical tools spanning tools addressing key environmental, economic, and social issues. The library is your go-to source to find valuable knowledge to inspire new collaborative projects driving fair, sustainable and inclusive development across the Mediterranean.
INVESTMED Impacts and Achievements - Final Report
The INVESTMED Impact and Achievements Report provides a comprehensive overview of all INVESTMED activities, impacts, successes, and lessons learned over the 3-year lifespan of the project.
Methodologies, Tools and Impact of the Sustainable Business Management (SBM) Training Program
This booklet describes Methodologies, Tools and Impact of the Sustainable Business Management (SBM) - Training Programme with the INVESTMED project. INVESTMED carried out a Training Programme with over 100 aspiring entrepreneurs in the green, blue and cultural and creative industries supporting them to make their business ideas a reality. These Training Editions (7 cycles per country) were preparatory to the selection of 21 Business Ideas to be supported in the scouting phase through an online Coaching and Mentoring Program. Further to the Training Programme, 11 webinars were also held to complement the training content. This is booklet 1 of 3.
Methodologies, Tools and Impact of the INVESTMED Summer School
This booklet describes the Methodologies, Tools and Impact of the INVESTMED Summer School. The INVESTMED Summer School gathered selected entrepreneurs from the Sustainable Business Management Program to provide intense training on how to make their business idea a reality, particularly focusing on pitching and connecting entrepreneurs from the Southern Mediterranean to the European market. This is booklet 3 of 3.
INVESTMED Sustainable Management Training Webinars Report
This webinar report provides a summary of all the content covered and speakers invited to the INVESTMED Sustainable Management Training Webinars. The 11 webinars were carried out to complement the INVESTMED Sustainable Management Training Programme and involved INVESTMED subgrantees and trainees. The report includes summaries, links to speaker resources, and links to the webinar recordings on the INVESTMED YouTube.
Methodologies, Tools and Impact of the Sustainable Business Management (SBM) Coaching and Mentoring (C&M) Program
This booklet describes Methodologies, Tools and Impact of the Sustainable Business Management (SBM) - Coaching and Mentoring Programme with the INVESTMED project. INVESTMED carried out a coaching and mentoring programme with aspiring entrepreneurs in the green, blue and cultural and creative industries supporting them to make their business ideas a reality. This is booklet 2 of 3.
INVESTMED Policy Paper: Blue Economy within the Mediterranean Region: the Role of Regional Collaboration
This policy paper provides an assessment of the blue economy in Egypt, Lebanon, and Tunisia, highlighting the crucial role of regional collaboration in fostering the development of blue businesses in the Mediterranean Sea. It explores the opportunities and challenges associated with the blue sector and proposes strategies for leveraging financial markets to maximize the positive impacts on the blue economy. The paper emphasizes the importance of cooperation among the Mediterranean countries and outlines key recommendations for policymakers, stakeholders, and investors to promote sustainable growth and innovation in the blue economy sector.
INVESTMED Policy Paper: Entrepreneurial Ecosystem’s Support of the Green and Creative Economy: Challenges and Recommendations for Egypt, Lebanon And Tunisia
This policy paper investigates the challenges of the entrepreneurial ecosystems to support the green economy and cultural creative industries with a special focus on the circular economy. The paper describes the status and investigates the challenges of the ecosystem for Egypt, Lebanon and Tunisia by studying three attributes: cultural, social and material. It then provides general and targeted policy recommendations to support and improve the development of these industries.
A Practical Guide: Crowdfunding for CCI Projects in the South Mediterranean Region
Under the INVESTMED project, project partner, EMEA collaborated with Verkami, the leading reward crowdfunding platform in Spain and one of the largest in Europe, to develop a practical guide for entities in the cultural and creatives based in the Southern Mediterranean.
The guide briefly explains the different kinds of crowdfunding, focusing on reward crowdfunding and explains which companies are more suited to the approach and at what stage. It then runs through a step-by-step guide on how to launch a campaign, communication tips to grow the community, and advice on pitching the rewards to encourage more people to donate. It is aimed at MSMEs looking for alternative financing given that in the region, accessing finance presents myriad challenges for small and medium businesses.
Intellectual Property Rights: Major challenges and how to overcome them in Egypt, Lebanon, and Tunisia
The report, Intellectual Property Rights: Major challenges and how to overcome them in Egypt, Lebanon, and Tunisia, sheds light on the current situation of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in the INVESTMED target countries: Egypt, Lebanon, and Tunisia, focusing on challenges related to the IPR enabling environment and providing insights on opportunities for the way forward. The report was developed based on several consultation sessions led by Beyond Group with INVESTMED entrepreneurs and policymakers in each target country.
The primary purpose of this study is to provide meticulously crafted recommendations to streamline and simplify the procedures associated with IPR registration for entrepreneurs operating within and from Lebanon, Tunisia, and Egypt.
INVESTMED Intellectual Property Rights Guidebook - available in English, French, and Arabic
The INVESTMED project published the Intellectual Property Rights Guidebook, available in English, French and Arabic. The Guidebook aims to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the basics of intellectual property and relevant legal frameworks, including IPR treaties and conventions, and national legislation in Egypt, Lebanon, and Tunisia.
Confused about the difference between trademarks, copyrights and patents? Unsure what kind of protection covers a logo, a sound recording, or computer software? Want to know what laws are applicable to intellectual property in your country, how to apply, or how to oppose an application? This Guidebook can offer you a clear and comprehensive understanding of what you need to know about IPR including real-life practical examples.