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The scientific knowledge on climate and environmental change in the Mediterranean evolves rapidly. In this section we collect and present the recently published scientific articles, reports, books, policy papers and other contents on these issues. Do not hesitate to contact us and share with us the publications of an interest to the community.
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ABSTRACT Viticulture is facing emerging challenges not only because of the effect of climate change on yield and composition of grapes, but also of a social demand for environmental‐friendly agricultural management. Adaptation to these challenges is essential to guarantee the…...
ABSTRACT Climate change, and specifically global temperature increase, is expected to alter plant phenology. Temperate deciduous fruit trees have cultivar-specific chill and heat requirements to break dormancy and bloom. In this study, we aimed to estimate chill and heat requirements…...
In the current times of globalization and homogenization of landscapes and taste, still many rural places maintain a distinctive character and produce foods that evoke traditions and a sense of quality of life. The landscapes of origin are often affected…...
The first report on the environment and climate change produced by the MedECC network was released in November 2020. It is sounding the alarm! It received the North-South Prize 2020 from the Council of Europe, as a model of collaboration…...
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Plan Bleu published the Report State of the Environment and Development in the Mediterranean 2020 (SoED 2020). The SoED provides a comprehensive and up-to-date assessment of environment and development interactions in the Mediterranean region. The 2020 version consists of eight…...
The State of the Climate in Africa 2019, report of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) provides a snapshot of climate trends, observed high-impact events and associated risks and impacts on key sensitive sectors in Africa. The report also draws lessons…...