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.
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.
Launching event of the Mediterranean Forum for Applied Ecosystem-based Management - Printed material
The launch event's printed material plays a pivotal role in disseminating information, promoting dialogue, and enhancing awareness about sustainable ecosystem management approaches in the Mediterranean context.
Final event summary and proceedings : Mediterranean Forum for Applied Ecosystem-based Management
The Mediterranean Forum for Applied Ecosystem-based Management, funded under the ENI CBC MED Programme's thematic objective B.4, successfully organized its final event in Tunisia. Hosted by l´Institut National des Sciences et Technologies de la Mer (INSTM), the event served as a platform to showcase the project's outputs and achievements, highlighting the accomplishments of each Project Partner in their respective targeted areas. The event facilitated active cross-border collaboration, bringing together stakeholders from Tunisia, Jordan, Italy, and beyond. It featured a final workshop, semester 8 Steering Committee Meeting, and a Field Visit to the Kneiss Islands, the Project's target area in Tunisia. This document provides a comprehensive summary of the final workshop and field visit proceedings, focusing on the innovative computerized spatial planning management tool and the diverse mentoring and capacity-building initiatives undertaken to address integrated coastal zone management challenges.
MED4EBM Forum: end of the project and future outlook
Presentation provided at the final event of the MED4EB project about The Mediterranean Forum for Applied Ecosystem-based management (MED4EBM Forum established in May 2022 with a presentation event in Sibari (CS).