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TunisiaAssessment of the Covenant of Mayors initiative in the Southern Mediterranean region
In 2023 the Covenant of Mayors (CoM) turned 15 years since its launch. Initially started to support EU local authorities in reducing their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, it is today the world’s largest urban climate change and sustainable energy initiative. Its growth in geographical coverage over the years has been accompanied by an acceleration in both the scope and relevance of the initiative.
This report focuses on the Mediterranean community of the CoM (CoM Med) and on the key role local authorities in this region can play in supporting international and EU’s climate objectives. It summarises the findings from the assessment of 73 Sustainable Energy Access and Climate Action Plans developed by cities across 7 countries between 2021 and 2023.
Key findings show that the CoM Med community continues to grow, despite persistent local challenges, and to progress in terms of expertise and commitment of local authorities on three pillars of action GHG emission mitigation, climate change adaptation and energy access.
