About – Inclusive Governance Models 4 a Greener Transition in the Mediterranean

Despite notable improvements in waste collection, treatment, disposal, prevention, control and recycling in recent years, municipal solid and food waste remains a critical challenge across most Mediterranean countries. Participatory processes are rarely applied to waste management, and both businesses and citizens are typically not actively involved. Gov4GreenMed will design territorial participatory methodologies on municipal solid waste management and food waste policies through five pilot actions in municipalities across Spain, Italy, Türkiye, Jordan and Tunisia. These initiatives aim to foster effective cooperation between local public authorities and various stakeholders and improve the development of local governance models. The final aim is to facilitate the implementation of shared public services, improve the quality of life of citizens, and support the green transition of Mediterranean municipalities.