Climate Action

Environmental Action Day (Latvia) [2024]

Country: Latvia

Sites: Liepaja Marina, Liepaja Dienvidrietumu pludmale, Liepaja pludmale pie stadiona

Target: Local communities and Residents, Tourists and Visitors, Schools and Students, Kids and Families.

Short Description

On the occasion of scientific vessel “Aranda” visiting the marina, an environmental information and action day was organised to promote ocean literacy and to undertake environmental protection activities.

A wide range of open workshops and interactive activities was offered to anyone interested in the challenges that the Baltic Sea and world oceans are currently facing. Attendees could learn more about marine environment by watching relevant documentaries on the topic, visiting the scientific vessel Aranda, and interacting with its scientists and crew.The event also provided visitors with knowledge on sustainable actions that everyone can undertake to contribute to sustainable seas and oceans.

Additional information and picture albums available here.

Mobile Climate Museum (Lithuania) [2024]

Country: Lithuania

Sites: Birute Park Beach

Target: Staff; Local communities and Residents, Tourists and Visitors, Schools and Students, Kids and Families.

Short Description

Sea containers were transformed into a mobile museum on climate change issues and climate-friendly solutions. The exhibition presented the causes and effects of climate change, issues related to agriculture, loss of biodiversity, the importance of nature in human life, and offered practical suggestions on how people can make more sustainable choices in their everyday lives.

The Mobile Museum visited 16 cities, including the Palanga municipality where the Birute Park beach is located. The awareness-raising initiative was promoted by both the Palanga municipality and Blue Flag Lithuania - also among Lithuanian Eco-Schools, some of which have visited the museum.

Dam of Posidonia (Montenegro) [2024]

Country: Montenegro

Sites: Bridge Beach Bar, B5 Beach Bar

Target: Staff; Local communities and Residents.

Short Description

Heavy rains used to have a visible impact on this beach and the site would regularly get flooded. As its sand was washed out to the sea, the beach was continuously becoming narrower. As a water stream that comes down to the beach had been identified as the main source of frequent floodings, a nature-based solution was seeked. Eventually, to mitigate the problem, Posidonia seagrass was then planted at the mouth of the stream, stopping the rainwater from flooding the beach.

Local managers decided that this example could be also used to draw tourists' attention to the risks and consequences of climate change. Therefore, information boards were created, along with an awareness-raising quiz that was organised in the beach facilities.

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Sea Shore Event (Ireland) [2024]

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Country: Ireland

Sites: An Trá Mór, Coill Rua, Indreabhán

Target: Students and schools; Local communities and residents, Kids and Families, Tourists and Visitors.

Short Description

The "Discover the Beach" event was held during National Heritage Week to celebrate the natural richness of Irish seashores and to emphasise the need to preserve local natural resources for future generations. Young people could attend inclusive, free-of-charge and bi-lingual educational events that included a seashore bioblitz (recording living species within a designated area), a scavenger hunt, litter clean-up, and a litter study, uncovering the ecological treasures and human pressures placed on the environment.

The participants were tasked to find and identify as many living species as possible on the beach and in the sea. Through this fun and interactive activity, the organiser aimed at creating awareness with young people about local biodiversity, how healthy beaches and dune systems are so important for many organisms, and the role these fragile habitats play by providing nature-based solutions to coastal erosion.

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Protect Our Dunes Campaign (Ireland) [2024]

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Country: Ireland

Sites: Bertra Beach, Murrisk; Keel Beach, Achill Island, Salthill Beach

Target: Students and schools; Local communities and residents, Kids and Families, Teachers and Schools, Tourists and Visitors.

Short Description

This initiative consisted of a series of 5 roadshow events dedicated to families and young people, and aimed at raising local communities' awareness of how to protect dune systems in Northwest Ireland. Along with the free and open events, a social media campaign was launched, focused on simple actions that everyone can take to protect the dunes.

The educational and fun family activities during the roadshow included Family Seashore Safaris and Q&A sessions with a Marine Biologist, raising awareness about dune systems and their biodiversity, as well as spreading knowledge of activities and behaviours that harm or protect the dunes.

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My booklet #ocean without plastic (Morocco) [2024]

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Country: Morocco

Target: Students and schools; Local communities and residents, Kids and Families, Teachers and Schools, Tourists and Visitors.

Short Description

To educate about the importance of protecting the coastal environment, engaging booklets were designed and distributed at the Blue Flag awarded beaches. as well as to groups of guides and scouts from the National Federation of Moroccan Scouting, summer camps, and school pupils.

The booklets were prepared to promote collective responsibility and sustainable practices to preserve the Moroccan coastline. Through numerous exercises and games, children could learn about the marine biodiversity and endangered species. They were also able to discover what simple actions can contribute to protecting the beaches and marine ecosystem.

Swim and Snorkel Club - Coral Reef Identification and Safety Training (Trinidad and Tobago) [2024]

Country: Trinidad and Tobago

Site: Padee Again (tourism boat)

Target: Students and schools; Local communities and residents; Staff.

Short Description

The Science Snorkel Club, held on World Ocean Day, provides Tobagonians, especially youth, with a snorkeling experience to build comfort in deeper waters and learn about coral reefs and associated habitats.

The initiative, in partnership with Ball Blasters Youth Academy and Top Catch, aims to foster environmental stewardship by introducing participants to the concept of citizen science for monitoring and protecting the environment.

Participants receive a briefing on biodiversity and safety before snorkeling, combining fun with education to inspire the next generation of marine conservationists in Tobago.

Rescue Mission in Rio Grande do Sul (Brazil) [2024]

Country: Brazil

Site: Yacht Club of Santa Catarina (marina)

Target: Staff; Local communities and residents.

Short Description

The "Rescue Mission in Rio Grande do Sul" by the Yacht Club of Santa Catarina underscores the club’s commitment to climate action through swift and effective disaster response. In the face of increasing natural disasters such as floods and storms, intensified by climate change, the Yacht Club mobilized boats and qualified personnel to provide crucial assistance. They coordinated their rescue efforts with other emergency services, ensuring a comprehensive response to the crisis in Rio Grande do Sul.

The initiative involved not only the immediate rescue of victims but also the distribution of essential resources like drinking water, food, and life jackets. This approach highlighted the club's dedication to supporting affected communities and showcased the vital role that civil society organizations play in enhancing community resilience to climate-related challenges. The Yacht Club's prompt action and effective coordination served as a model for how organizations can respond to climate emergencies and support vulnerable populations during critical times.