The MedECC actively participates in the Mediterranean Pavilion at the United Nations Climate Change Conference 2024 COP 29 (11-24 Nov 2024, Baku, Azerbaijan).
The side event Climate change and the WEFE nexus was held on 19 November 2024 to address the key results of the newly published MedECC Special Report Interlinking climate change with the Water – Energy – Food – Ecosystems (WEFE) nexus in the Mediterranean Basin . MedECC authors presented the current state of scientific knowledge on the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) nexus in the Mediterranean region, and its connection with climate change. It was followed by a discussion on the integration of the WEFE concept in the policy-making, underlining the importance of the comprehensive and integrated WEFE nexus approach, rather than sectoral policies, to achieve sustainable development and resilience in the face of evolving environmental and socio-economic dynamics.
Participants (by order of interventions):
- Moderator: Piero Lionello, University of Salento, MedECC Coordinator, MedClivar
- Mohamed Abdel Monem: Co-coordinator of the MedECC Special Report on the WEFE nexus
- Michael Scoullos: Chairperson of MIO-ECSDE and GWP-Med
- Assem Abu Hatab: The Nordic Africa Institute, Sweden; Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden; Arish University, Egypt / Coordinating Lead Author of the MedECC Special Report on the nexus (onsite)
- Frédéric DE DINECHIN: Senior Policy Advisor, UfM
The Mediterranean Pavilion at COP29 aims to draw attention to the unique and urgent climate challenges in the Mediterranean region. Conceived as a gathering space for collaboration, the Mediterranean Pavilion will host high-profile events, talks, and meetings, emphasising the critical climate risks and highlighting groundbreaking projects developed in the region. Led by the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) , in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme – Mediterranean Action Plan (UNEP/MAP), the PRIMA Foundation, and a coalition of major climate organisations, the Mediterranean Pavilion is a hub for exchanges on effective climate solutions tailored to the Mediterranean region’s needs. The Mediterranean Pavilion is a call to action for collaborative climate solutions, embodying the joint efforts of regional actors committed to advancing a sustainable transition. Through shared knowledge, strong partnerships, and a unified vision, it aims to inspire and mobilise regional and global efforts to address the climate crisis. More information.