CEMDES is a research and policy center that promotes sustainable development across Mediterranean countries. It provides expertise in socio-economic research, environmental governance, and policy support. CEMDES is valued for connecting grassroots innovation with national and regional sustainability agendas, working with a wide network of partners.
CEMDES supports project communication and policy outreach. It develops user-friendly summaries of technical findings and hosts regional forums to share best practices among stakeholders. CEMDES also helps craft policy recommendations and funding proposals that ensure project impact extends beyond the pilot phase.