CRMDDI is a Mediterranean research center focused on sustainable development and innovation across the region’s rural areas. It brings together interdisciplinary teams to tackle issues such as climate adaptation, resource efficiency, and sustainable agriculture. With a network spanning North Africa and Southern Europe, CRMDDI is well-known for facilitating cross-country research collaborations and supporting capacity building for local institutions and communities.
CRMDDI coordinates knowledge sharing and regional harmonization of best practices. It organizes exchanges between pilot sites in different countries, ensuring innovations are adapted and transferable across varied Mediterranean contexts. CRMDDI also contributes to policy recommendations and supports outreach activities targeting regional stakeholders and funding bodies.