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.
A.4.2.1_Lebanese Report_Marine litter tackling in Lebanon actions and recommendations
This report consistes in the Lebanese national reports on tackling marine litter, offering actions and recommendations. It was the result of Activity 4.2.1: “Best Policies and Proposal Collection and Fine-Tuning,” which aims to gather concrete good practices, best experiences, and innovative ideas for marine litter disposal from stakeholders in each involved country and across the Mediterranean. The objective is to improve waste management reviews, community-based methodologies, waste reduction regulations, individual and corporate behaviors, and communication strategies. Recommendations are derived from training sessions, awareness days, scientific activities (such as beach monitoring, microplastic sampling, and biota analysis), and networks established during the project.
A.4.2.1_LB_Italian Report_Marine litter tackling in Italy actions and recommendations_ Eng
This report consistes in the Italian national reports on tackling marine litter, offering actions and recommendations. It was the result of Activity 4.2.1: “Best Policies and Proposal Collection and Fine-Tuning,” which aims to gather concrete good practices, best experiences, and innovative ideas for marine litter disposal from stakeholders in each involved country and across the Mediterranean. The objective is to improve waste management reviews, community-based methodologies, waste reduction regulations, individual and corporate behaviors, and communication strategies. Recommendations are derived from training sessions, awareness days, scientific activities (such as beach monitoring, microplastic sampling, and biota analysis), and networks established during the project.
A.3.1.1 Study area description
This document outlines the study areas involved in the research conducted by the University of Siena, focusing on regions in Italy, Tunisia, and Lebanon. The primary purpose is to gather detailed information about these areas to identify common characteristics that can inform and streamline sampling activities. The document details the efforts to harmonize the results and enhance the efficiency of sampling protocols across different regions. This harmonization is crucial for ensuring consistent and accurate data collection, which will aid in environmental monitoring and research across the Mediterranean.
A.4.2.1 Tunisian Report_Marine litter tackling in Tunsia actions and recommendations
This report consistes in the Tunisian national reports on tackling marine litter, offering actions and recommendations. It was the result of Activity 4.2.1: “Best Policies and Proposal Collection and Fine-Tuning,” which aims to gather concrete good practices, best experiences, and innovative ideas for marine litter disposal from stakeholders in each involved country and across the Mediterranean. The objective is to improve waste management reviews, community-based methodologies, waste reduction regulations, individual and corporate behaviors, and communication strategies. Recommendations are derived from training sessions, awareness days, scientific activities (such as beach monitoring, microplastic sampling, and biota analysis), and networks established during the project.
A.4.2.1_LB-PP1_Mediterranean Report_Marine litter tackling in the Mediterranean actions and recommendations
This report consolidates contributions from the Italian, Tunisian, and Lebanese national reports on tackling marine litter, offering actions and recommendations. It is also the results of Activity 4.2.1: “Best Policies and Proposal Collection and Fine-Tuning,” which aims to gather concrete good practices, best experiences, and innovative ideas for marine litter disposal from stakeholders in each involved country and across the Mediterranean. The objective is to improve waste management reviews, community-based methodologies, waste reduction regulations, individual and corporate behaviors, and communication strategies. Recommendations are derived from training sessions, awareness days, scientific activities (such as beach monitoring, microplastic sampling, and biota analysis), and networks established during the project.
A.4.1.1 Capacitiy Building Training Design Plan
This document offers comprehensive guidelines on organizing, implementing, evaluating, and reporting a Capacity Building Workshops aimed to provide participants knowledge on marine litter monitoring, management, and tackling as well as understanding legislation, funding, communication and stakeholders’ motivation . It identifies the target audience and outlines the topics for the workshops. Additionally, the document includes a checklist for tasks necessary for the successful implementation of the workshops and provides a draft time plan for achieving these tasks.
A.3.1.4 Data fine-tuning and studies delivery
This document details the scientific monitoring activities of the project, which primarily concentrated on analyzing macrolitter and microlitter in key environmental compartments. These compartments include beaches, the sea surface, and the ingestion of litter by mussels, commercially valuable fish species, and sea turtles. The investigations were conducted in five distinct pilot study areas, aiming to comprehensively assess the presence and impact of litter across different levels within the marine ecosystem. The document outlines the methodologies and findings of these studies, providing essential data for understanding and mitigating marine litter pollution.
A.3.1.1 Literature review II organisms
This document offers a detailed literature review on the impact of marine litter on biota in the Mediterranean Sea. The primary goal is to establish baseline information concerning how marine litter affects various organisms in this region. By compiling and analyzing existing research, this review aims to provide a foundational understanding that will support further studies and efforts to address the ecological impact of marine litter on Mediterranean Sea life.
A.3.1.1 Literature review I enviroment
This document provides a comprehensive literature review on litter in various Mediterranean Sea environments. Its primary objective is to establish baseline information regarding the impact of litter in these areas. By synthesizing existing research and data, this review aims to inform and guide future studies and initiatives aimed at mitigating the environmental impact of litter in the Mediterranean region.
A.2.5.3 Decalogue disseminated through the BEach CLEAN campaign (ITA, FRA, ENG, AR)
This document is part of the BEach CLEAN campaign, which aims to protect the environmental heritage of beaches and encourages a productive dialogue with tourism operators and citizens to raise awareness about the consequences of littering. The decalogue is available in Italian, French, English, and Arabic, and it outlines ten key principles or actions that individuals and businesses can take to help keep beaches clean and preserve their natural beauty.
A.2.5.1 Beach litter montoring guide (ITA, FRA, ENG, AR)
This guide outlines a standardized protocol for monitoring beach litter, aligned with the methodology proposed by the European Environment Agency. The guide is available in multiple languages: Italian, French, English, and Arabic. It provides comprehensive instructions on how to systematically collect, categorize, and document litter found on beaches, facilitating consistent data collection and contributing to broader environmental monitoring efforts.
Roadmap for marine litter policy priorities
Recognizing the pressing need for a collective, multidisciplinary and coordinated vision and long-term strategy for marine litter management with multiple and widespread levels of endorsement, the Plastic Busters CAP sought to develop a roadmap for marine litter policy priorities aiming to promote and encourage a consolidated and ambitious approach based on scientific evidence and lessons learned from regional efforts.
At the heart of the Plastic Busters CAP roadmap lies the knowhow obtained via the overall Plastic Busters Initiative and the corresponding actions on the science-policy-society interface. The roadmap fully utilizes the collective insights from the interplay of scientific research, policy formulation, and societal engagement. The Plastic Busters CAP roadmap is an action-oriented document that identifies a core set of high-impact solutions to effectively combat marine litter. Geared towards targeted stakeholders, there is a particular emphasis on the national and local levels.