DAMA Tecnopolo

Post-Mediterranean Forum peer exchange

ARCADIA Showcased at the Mediterranean Forum for the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change

Bologna (IT), 20 June 2025. ARCADIA was presented at the Post-Mediterranean Forum peer exchange at the Tecnopolo Data Valley Hub, as part of the Mediterranean Forum for the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change (here is the full programme).

This prestigious event brought together an exceptional roster of high-level participants, including:

  • Senior representatives from the European Commission, such as Raffaele Fitto (Vice-President, via video message) and Elina Bardram (Mission Manager)
  • Regional and city leaders, including Michele de Pascale (President, Emilia-Romagna Region), Matteo Lepore (Mayor, City of Bologna), and Joško Klisović (President of the Assembly of the City of Zagreb)
  • Members of the European Parliament and key figures from the European Committee of the Regions
  • Leading experts from institutions such as the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts, the European Investment Bank, and the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC)
  • Heads of sustainability and climate adaptation from across the Mediterranean, including representatives from ICLEI, Cassa Depositi Prestiti, and REGEA.

The significance of ARCADIA’s presentation at this forum cannot be overstated. The event served as a critical platform for sharing innovative solutions and best practices in climate adaptation among policymakers, scientists, financial institutions, and civil society leaders. The high level of engagement and expertise present underscores the growing urgency and shared commitment to building resilience across Mediterranean regions.

By participating in this influential gathering, ARCADIA was able to:

  • Highlight its innovative approaches to climate adaptation
  • Engage directly with decision-makers and thought leaders shaping European climate policy
  • Strengthen its network with key stakeholders dedicated to advancing integrated, resilient, and citizen-focused climate strategies

We thank the organizers and all participants for this opportunity and look forward to ongoing collaboration to accelerate climate adaptation efforts throughout the Mediterranean and beyond.