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.
Sustainable Management Model for Mediterranean Artisanal Salinas (final report)
This document describes the MedArtSal management model for the sustainability of Mediterranean artisanal salinas, from a new business model to an environmental-base innovation. This model promotes the adoption of innovative sustainable actions in artisanal salinas and is made up of good practices, commerce, biodiversity and ecosystem service preservation, as well as other services. The purpose of the document is to present the final version of the MedArtSal model and all the hands-on tools for fostering the application of the model suggestions and best practices, developed with a collaborative approach and support of several salinas from the project countries (Italy, Spain, Tunisia and Lebanon).
MedArtSal Handbook of good practices for coastal salt pans - final report
The MedArtSal project promotes the sustainable development of artisanal salinas in Italy, Spain, Lebanon and Tunisia, through the MedArtSal Model, which identifies and encourages the adoption of innovative sustainable actions in Mediterranean artisanal saltworks. This handbook provides information, research and innovative tools on sustainable actions that fall under the MedArtSal Model and support good practices and efforts in the salt flats through diversification of services, commerce, biodiversity preservation, ecosystem services and tourism. There are four sections covering key topics, including environmental quality and biodiversity, the diversification of goods and services in salt flats, best practices for governance and a final section showcasing case studies of salinas projects funded under MedArtSal in Italy, Lebanon, Spain and Tunisia.
MedArtSal Governance analysis for coastal salt pans
The MedArtSal project, addressing common challenges in four Mediterranean regions (Italy, Spain, Lebanon and Tunisia), promotes the development of a sustainable and adaptable management model, fostering the territorial valorisation of artisanal salinas. This report entitled “Analysis of the regulatory framework and governance of salinas in the Mediterranean region: the cases of Tunisia, Italy, Lebanon, and Spain” provides an overview of governance, planning and regulations affecting the management of artisanal solar evaporation salinas in the Mediterranean.
MedArtSal Tourism Book - a travel experience along Med salinas
This travel book has been realised in the framework of the MedArtSal project (which promotes the sustainable development of artisanal salinas) by all the project partners from Italy, Spain, Tunisia and Lebanon. A road map of thirteen storytellers illustrates the MedArtSal experiences during the project, when the MedArtSal team visited many saltpans across the Mediterranean. The main aim of this travel book is to show what has been discovered, how much attractive are the salinas in Italy, Spain, Tunisia and Lebanon and how to experience the sustainable tourism in these Mediterranean area.
How to build the MedArtSal model (final report)
The aim of this report is to develop a Sustainability Model for Coastal Artisanal Salinas in Mediterranean countries. By using it, salt owners will be able to assess their sustainability in terms of economy, environment and innovation, identifying their strengths and weaknesses in order to improve. The obtained model will be a complex mix of economic, social, cultural, management and governance variables. Ultimately, in this report there are a series of improvements most widely implemented in the Mediterranean Salinas in order to acquire a higher level of sustainability in the 3 main building topics of the model: biodiversity; economics and productivity; salinas management.
Awareness campaign toolkit for school
MedArtSal aims to promote the sustainable development of artisanal salinas, providing concrete support on economic, environmental and governance issues. Addressing common challenges in four Mediterranean regions (Italy, Spain, Lebanon and Tunisia), the project has promoted the development of a sustainable and adaptable management model fostering the territorial valorisation of artisanal salinas. As part of the project, campaigns were created to contribute to raising awareness in the school sector (questionnaire and toolkit for students). Interviewes have been conducted with teachers to understand their attitude to promote artisanal salt usage to their students and to evaluate their interest to participate in educational tourism in salinas. The collection of the answers allowed the realisation of tools and the final toolkit for school. Questionnaires have been built to be also informative, creating a condition of “thinking in the theme” approach.
Sustainable tourism and territorial marketing in MedArtSal salinas and territories
In this section there is an output factsheet on sustainable tourism and territorial marketing, implemented as part of MedArtSal project, which aims to change salinas' business orientation towards sustainable tourism and new artisanal products. The sustainable tourism and territorial marketing strategy is one of the core outputs for the development of the value chains related to salinas in each MedArtSal project territory (Italy, Spain, Tunisia and Lebanon). Territorial marketing aims to encourage competitive collaborations on the markets, raise awareness about the importance of the salinas in the local economy, explore interest in the preferred types of salt-related tourism activities, build networks between local producers and tourism businesses. The document illustrates implemented activity(s), outputs, expected impacts and benefits achieved, sustainability of the output and developed activity(s) and lessons learned.
MedArtSal booklet for policy makers
The MedArtSal project aims to develop a comprehensive Sustainability Model for Coastal Artisanal Salinas in Mediterranean countries. To achieve this objective, the work has focused on two main areas: identifying the key aspects of sustainability within a salina and enabling Mediterranean salinas to enhance their salt production and economic management, environmental conservation efforts, and the development of innovative and diversified activities. This report illustrates the MedArtSal sustainability model, with an analysis of sustainability practices, the salinas situation in Lebanon, Italy, Spain, Tunisia and and general and policy recommendations.
Glass-bottom Boats Tourism Data Collection in Aqaba - final report
The MED4EBM Project introduces an innovative approach to Integrated Coastal Zone Management across four target areas: Jordan, Lebanon, Tunisia, and Italy. In Jordan, the project identified fisheries and sustainable coastal tourism as priority management issues. This research deliverable focuses on the glass-bottom boat tourism sector in Aqaba, Jordan—a significant contributor to the region's tourism industry and livelihoods of around 200 families. Aqaba Touristic Boats Society, established in June 1994, actively engaged in field data collection for the first time, appointing a specialist and three assistants to gather insights on this traditional and culturally valuable craft. The dataset includes key metrics such as gasoline usage, travel distance, revenue, and visitor demographics, offering valuable insights into the operational aspects and popularity of glass-bottom boat tours in Aqaba. This analysis serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the dynamics of this eco-friendly tourism activity, its economic impact, and the need for sustainable management practices to preserve Aqaba's rich marine heritage and support its vibrant tourism sector.
Fisheries Management Data Analysis Deliverable
The fourth consultancy deliverable of the MED4EBM project presents a comprehensive analysis of fish catch data and associated fishing operations in the coastal zone of Aqaba, Jordan. Conducted between 28th August and 28th September 2023, this analysis focuses on key metrics such as fish counts (Kg), number of fishing trips, total catch (Kg), petrol consumption (JD), and fishing value (JD) across various locations including ACT, OPS, OPLB, HB, and OPM. The data reveals dynamic patterns in fishing efforts and returns, with notable fluctuations during specific periods and distinct trends across different fishing sites. Swordfish emerges as the dominant species, while other species display varying success rates. "ACT" consistently excels in fish count (Kg) and fishing trips, with "OPM" showing higher trends, indicating their potential attractiveness to fishermen. This analysis underscores the importance of careful fisheries management in the Jordanian coastal area, encompassing approximately 27KM with restricted fishing zones. It sets the groundwork for long-term, reliable data gathering, involving the fishing community directly to sustain their livelihoods and preserve the cultural heritage of traditional fishing practices while ensuring the viability of fisheries and regenerative fishing stocks in the region.
MED4EBM Training on Fisheries Ecosystem Based Management Tunisia
The Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Training conducted in the Kneiss Islands region aimed to equip participants with methodologies and management tools essential for sustainable exploitation of target species and the overall ecosystem. Given that fishing is the primary economic activity in this region, the training emphasized the importance of implementing sustainable practices. Participants were introduced to different definitions of the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (EAF) and gained insights into the significance of the human dimension and information systems in effective fisheries management. This training serves as a crucial step towards enhancing sustainable fishing practices and ecosystem conservation in the Kneiss Islands region, aligning with the project's objectives to promote responsible fisheries management.
Coastal and Marine Ecosystem Monitoring Workshop in Tyre, Lebanon
The Coastal and Marine Ecosystem Monitoring Workshop held in Tyre, Lebanon, aimed to foster synergy among various projects, stakeholders, and management entities involved in coastal and marine ecosystem resource management. The workshop focused on identifying priorities and potential collaborations for the coordinated delivery of training and capacity-building initiatives. Through stakeholder consultations, the workshop derived objectives, monitoring indicators, and training needs to establish a community-driven, long-term environmental monitoring program for coastal habitats. The initiative's overarching goal is to enhance sustainability by integrating coastal environmental monitoring into the interests of local communities and competent management entities. This workshop serves as a pivotal step towards regularizing coastal environmental monitoring as a common practice, ensuring its continuation and effectiveness in preserving Lebanon's coastal ecosystems.