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Environmental Risk Management
Across Borders

Description

EMERGE connects Puglia, Molise, Albania, and Montenegro to develop
shared standards for environmental risk analysis, support innovative
solutions, and strengthen cross-border governance.

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PROGRAMME
IPA South Adriatic
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TERRITORIES
4 Regions
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STANDARD
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Active Calls for Solutions

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Submit your innovative proposals to address cross-border
environmental risks. Three calls are currently open for applications.

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open now
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Call 1: Coastal Erosion & Maritime Risk Solutions

Description

Seeking innovative approaches to address coastal erosion, maritime pollution, and sea-level impacts across Adriatic-Ionian coastal territories.

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Coastal Erosion
Maritime Risk
Cross-border
Deadline
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2026-10-30
Time left
Expired
Call Status
closed
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Call 2: Flood Risk Management & Early Warning Systems

Description

Looking for integrated flood prevention, monitoring technologies, and community-based early warning systems for vulnerable areas.

Call Tags
Flood Risk
Early Warning
Technology
Deadline
Deadline
2025-04-15
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Expired
Call Status
closed
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Call 3: Ecosystem-Based Governance & Pollution Control

Description

Supporting nature-based solutions, multi-level governance frameworks, and pollution reduction strategies for shared ecosystems.

Call Tags
Ecosystem
Governance
Pollution
Deadline
Deadline
2025-05-16
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ABOUT EMERGE

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WHY EMERGE

Description

Environmental risks don't stop at borders. EMERGE was created to build
shared capacity across Puglia, Molise, Albania, and Montenegro, enabling
territories to jointly analyze risks, standardize responses, and implement
innovative solutions.
By establishing an interregional standard for risk analysis and governance,
EMERGE ensures that local solutions align with cross-border
environmental needs and EU policy frameworks.

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Who Benefits
Local authorities, environmental agencies, NGOs, research institutions, and communities across all four territories.
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Target Territories
Puglia and Molise (Italy), Albania, and Montenegro—sharing Adriatic- Ionian environmental challenges.
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Cross-Border Value
Shared standards, joint solutions, and coordinated governance for environmental risks that transcend national borders.
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Innovation Focus
Technology-driven monitoring, ecosystem-based approaches, and participatory governance models.
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Latest News & Updates

Long Description

Stay informed about project developments, events, and achievements
across the EMERGE network.

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Featured Winning Solutions

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Discover the innovative approaches addressing cross-border
environmental risks that have been selected for funding.

ALBANIA COASTAL EROSION
Smart Coastal Monitoring Network

IoT-based early warning system combining satellite imagery,
ground sensors, and community reporting to predict and prevent
coastal erosion in vulnerable areas.

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GOVERNANCE
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Innovation
ALBANIA COASTAL EROSION
Community-Based Flood Resilience

Integrated approach combining green infrastructure, traditional
knowledge, and digital mapping to reduce flood vulnerability in
mountain and coastal communities.

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Events & Knowledge Outputs

Long Description

Join our workshops, conferences, and training sessions designed to
strengthen cross-border environmental governance and knowledge
sharing.

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24
September
2026
ALL TERRITORIES
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Digital Tools for Environmental Monitoring
Description Long

Online session showcasing digital platforms, GIS tools, and data sharing systems for cross-border environmental risk management and monitoring.

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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM CET
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Virtual Event
15
March
2025
Title
Cross-Border Risk Analysis Training
Description Long

Hands-on workshop for local authorities on implementing the EMERGE standard for environmental risk assessment and governance frameworks.

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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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45 participants
15
March
2025
Tirana
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Adriatic-Ionian Environmental Summit 2025
Description Long

Regional conference bringing together policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to discuss innovative solutions for cross-border environmental challenges.

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Full Day Event
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200+ participants