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.
TANSDAIRY Crossborder Brokerage Events
The TRANSDAIRY Crossborder Brokerage Events are gatherings designed to facilitate networking and collaboration among stakeholders in the dairy industry across borders. These events serve as platforms for participants to explore potential partnerships, exchange knowledge, and foster innovation within the dairy sector.
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.
Mediterranean Organic Agriculture: Executive Agreement
In the framework of ENI CBC MED Organic Ecosystem Project: “Boosting cross border Organic Ecosystem through enhancing agro-food alliances”, the main objective of WP3 is to establish a Cross-Border Organic Agro-Food Open Ecosystem (hereinafter called Ecosystem).
The Ecosystem is an open network where complex interactions among different players with complementary backgrounds are produced. It is established on a well-structured national and cross-border alliance, through a concrete collaborative approach and a synergistic effect. The Ecosystem aims at increasing cooperation and dialogue among private and public actors of the organic sector stimulating dynamic discussion and participatory exchange of experiences, problems, needs and possible sustainable solutions to scale up the Med organic sector and improve its competitiveness as well as to promote economic growth in Partner countries and in the Region.
This ExecutiveAgreement, signed by Organic Ecosystem beneficiaries (Partners, Associated Partners, MSMEs, actors of organic and innovation chain) aims to give an overview of general objectives, principles and conditions under which the partners of the Ecosystem intend to develop capacity-building activities, knowledge sharing and cooperation, aimed at strengthening organic MSMEs in the Partner Countries supported by Competent Authorities (CAs, members of the Mediterranean Organic Agriculture Network-MOAN).
Apart from the project partners, 285 stakeholders signed this agreement.
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.
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.
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.
Organic agriculture operators from the Mediterranean: BOOKLET OF CONTACTS
The ORGANIC ECOSYSTEM project has brought together a consortium of operators and public-private partners from Jordan, Lebanon, Italy, and Greece, aiming to drive business alliances in the field of organic agriculture.
In an effort to foster collaboration and promote top-quality organic products, we have compiled a comprehensive booklet of contact information for all the SMEs and partners involved in the project.
This valuable resource includes contact details for 35 operators and public-private partners who have been actively working with ORGANIC ECOSYSTEM. By creating a network of like-minded organizations, the project sought to facilitate cooperation and knowledge exchange among participants.
For individuals or businesses in search of potential business partners offering top-quality organic products, this document will prove to be a useful tool. It provides a wide range of options from a diverse array of SMEs and operators across Jordan, Lebanon, Italy, and Greece.
We are proud to state that this network of Mediterranean SMEs is committed to the principles of organic agriculture and has a demonstrated track record of excellence in their respective fields.
To offer a glimpse into the potential of ORGANIC ECOSYSTEM's network, here are a few examples of the participating SMEs. In Jordan, we came across the first organic producer of poultry products in the MENA region, as well as a supplier of caffeine-free coffee made from date seeds. Lebanon boasts the largest carob bean farm in the Mediterranean and is one of the vast network of farms and biggest distributors of organic products in the MENA and GCC regions. In Greece, we discovered exceptional extra virgin olive oil derived from ancient Mediterranean olive trees, in addition to a company specialising in high phenolic olive oil. Lastly, Italy presented gourmet organic almonds.
In addition to the SMEs, the consortium involved in the ORGANIC ECOSYSTEM project included several esteemed partners. These partners played a crucial role in facilitating collaboration and providing expertise.
The consortium was composed of the Ministry of Agriculture of Jordan, the Jordan Exporters and Producers Association for Fruit and Vegetables (JEPA), the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Zahle and the Bekaa, the International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies - Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari, INNOPOLIS- Centre for Innovation and Culture, and the Association of the Mediterranean Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASCAME).
The booklet of contact information provided in this project is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to collaborate with organizations that offer top-quality organic products.
iHERITAGE Lebanon: Augmented Brochure
The document provides an overview of the iHERITAGE project, detailing its objectives, expected achievements, and beneficiaries. It highlights the project's focus on promoting innovation-driven growth, cross-border technological transfer, and collaboration among various stakeholders to preserve and enhance access to UNESCO cultural heritage sites in the Mediterranean region. Additionally, it outlines the role of the Chamber of Commerce Industry and Agriculture of Beirut and Mount Lebanon (CCIA-BML) as a partner in the project.
Co-Publication: Virtual Reality in World Heritage Gardens
The immersive document, titled "Virtual Reality in World Heritage Gardens," is a bilingual (English-Spanish), 64-page interactive publication crafted by El legado andalusí in collaboration with partners Jordan Society for Scientific Research, Entrepreneurship and Creativity, and Universidad de Palermo. Articles contributed by El legado andalusí, JSSREC, and Universidad de Palermo delve into topics such as heritage communication, insights on landscaped gardens of Desert culture, and the discovery of Arab-Norman Palermo UNESCO world heritage Site through innovative ICT products.
The document is enhanced with QR codes allowing access to animated recreations like holographs and virtual reconstructions created by project partners within the iHERITAGE initiative.
iHERITAGE Portugal Augmented Brochure: MEDITERRANEAN DIET IN AUGMENTED REALITY
The University of Algarve has meticulously crafted an Augmented Reality (AR) brochure to highlight the richness of the Mediterranean Diet through the captivating medium of augmented reality. Through dedicated research, a fusion of innovative graphics and cutting-edge technology was explored to curate an immersive experience within the augmented reality world. In collaboration with the Centro Ciência Viva de Tavira, the University of Algarve, as a key partner, embarked on a fruitful partnership with the DiMEd project, generously supported by CRESC ALGARVE 2020.This collaboration resulted in the creation of a comprehensive array of digital educational resources meticulously tailored to illuminate the intricacies of the Mediterranean Diet. These resources encompassed a spectrum of tools designed to empower educators and trainers, offering a plethora of materials to enrich classroom and session experiences, as well as facilitating autonomous learning endeavors. Accessible for exploration and download, the digital brochures invite curious minds to explore their digital content, encouraging them to embark on a virtual journey of discovery!