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.
Catalogue of solutions available for the hospitality industry - Water and Energy saving technologies
The project partners have jointly defined a common transnational service to analyze innovative technologies/services/products that combine water and energy for the hotel industry that have great potential and that can be easily replicated in the smallest SMEs.
The GreeninMed project has selected a list of technologies, services and products to
support savings in water and energy consumption in the Mediterranean touristic
SMEs. The structure of the Benchmark presenting each technology is the following
one:
• Technology general description,
• Advantages &disadvantage to estimate the feasibility installing the technology.
• The “potential use in hotel industry”
• Performance and savings potentially achievable applying the technology.
• References about manufacturers/providers of the technology
GREENinMED-subgrantees video in Israel
In its final stage, seven grants with up to 22,500 Euro were given to Start-Ups or SMEs in Israel that produce eco-innovative products or services that advance more efficient water and energy management in tourism to advance sustainable tourism in the Mediterranean.
GREENinMED-subgrantees video in Spain
In its final stage, three grants with up to 25,000 Euro were given to Start-Ups or SMEs in Spain that produce eco-innovative products or services that advance more efficient water and energy management in tourism to advance sustainable tourism in the Mediterranean.
GREENinMED-subgrantees video in France
In its final stage, four grants with up to 25,000 Euro were given to Start-Ups or SMEs in France that produce eco-innovative products or services that advance more efficient water and energy management in tourism to advance sustainable tourism in the Mediterranean.
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.
Country Outlook on Sustainable Finance - Palestine
This publication aims at providing an overview of the sustainable finance sector in Palestine.
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.
Green Innovation IPR Guidebook
Guidebook on the Intellectual Property Rights of green and circular innovations.
Access to Finance for Green and Social Entrepreneurs
This Handbook is meant to support green and social entrepreneurs in better
understanding, and therefore, accessing the opportunities o$fered by social
finance.