Energy transition on islands: helpdesks for the European ISLET project are now active.

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The helpdesks of the European ISLET project are now open, dedicated to supporting citizens, local governments, and island communities in the development of renewable energy communities. The helpdesks offer information, technical guidance, and administrative support to guide Mediterranean islands on their journey toward more sustainable and autonomous energy systems. The initiative involves several European partners, including…

Redevelopment of marinas and seaside villages: notice published, which also involves island municipalities

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A national call for proposals has been published in the Official Journal for the selection of projects for the development and redevelopment of tourist ports, marinas, and seaside villages in Italian municipalities, including island communities and archipelagos with populations of fewer than 30.000. The initiative aims to strengthen local port infrastructure and services related to maritime mobility and…

Neptune's Kingdom: Strengthened control and protection of the Marine Protected Area

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An official visit by the Campania Maritime Director confirmed the strengthening of prevention, surveillance, and control activities in the "Regno di Nettuno" Marine Protected Area, which surrounds Ischia, Procida, and Vivara. The initiative aims to strengthen the protection of marine biodiversity, combat potential illegal activities, and improve integrated marine management through closer...

Small islands as drivers of climate resilience and sustainable tourism in the Mediterranean

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The European Interreg Euro-MED – Sustainable Tourism Mission Programme has published a new White Paper recognizing the strategic role of small Mediterranean islands as advanced laboratories for climate resilience and sustainable tourism. The document proposes a paradigm shift: from islands as fragile territories to islands as innovation hubs, capable of integrating adaptation…

IRENA launches 16th Assembly with focus on islands and renewable energy

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The 16th Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), underway with the participation of over 1.500 delegates including government representatives, institutions, and international stakeholders, has focused on the global energy transition and the role of island countries and vulnerable island communities. During the plenary sessions, it was highlighted how…