What is this WEFE4MED community about? 

The Mediterranean region faces several interconnected challenges including, water scarcity, rising energy demand, food insecurity, and ecosystems degradation. Addressing these complex challenges requires integrated strategies that optimize resource use while maintaining ecological balance. The Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus approach fosters synergies and minimizes trade-offs between socio-economic development and environmental sustainability. The aim of the WEFE4MED Nexus Community of Practice (NCoP) is to foster the adoption of integrated WEFE Nexus approaches in the Mediterranean region.

Specific objectives of the WEFE4MED NCoP include:

  • Facilitating the identification WEFE Nexus solutions in the Mediterranean and supporting people exchange and learn from each others experiences.
  • Showcasing the advantages of the WEFE Nexus approach to policymakers and stakeholders through specific demonstration cases.

  • Promoting the deployment of regional demonstration sites as laboratories for replication, upscaling, and policy design.

    WEFE Nexus Interlinkages (GWP-Med, 2020)

 

What do we do together?

Our activities are designed to promote co-learning and experience-sharing among our members. Key activities of the WEFE4MED NCoP include: 

WEFE4MED NCoP Activities (WEFE4MED, 2024) 

Who can join?

Committed to co-creating an inclusive, diverse and participatory platform for collaborative work, the Med NCoP connects scientists, policymakers, practitioners, entrepreneurs and innovators to exchange knowledge and drive innovation in WEFE solutions, with emphasis on tangibles for the benefit of all people and countries across the Mediterranean. Our community is open to professionals from diverse fields and anyone interested in advancing the WEFE Nexus in the Mediterranean. This includes:

  • Researchers & Scientists working on water, energy, food and ecosystems.
  • Policy Makers & Government Representatives seeking sustainable development strategies.
  • Practitioners & Innovators implementing WEFE projects and driving impact.
  • Entrepreneurs & Innovators, Civil society & Media exploring WEFE solutions and sustainable innovations.
WEFE4MED | IWRM Action Hub
WEFE4MED Annual Meeting & NCoP Official Launching, 2024, Cyprus

Why Join?

By joining the WEFE4MED NCoP, members:

  • Gain Visibility & Recognition: Showcase their projects, contributions, and publications within a dynamic community.
  • Access Knowledge & Resources: Obtain research papers, policy documents, and educational materials.
  • Enhance Capacity & Growth: Benefit from tailored internships, training sessions, and mentoring programs. 
  • Engage in Networking & Collaboration: Participate in annual meetings, site visits, and exchange programs. 
  • Influence Policy & Advocate: Contribute to shaping policies and promoting the WEFE Nexus approach.