The 5th edition of IEFCA
On 29 November, the UNEP/MAP Secretariat officially announced the opening of the fifth edition of the Istanbul Environment Friendly City Award (IEFCA). The award recognizes the efforts made by Local Authorities to promote sustainable development in their city. These authorities are therefore invited to take part in the IEFCA initiative and to nominate the Mediterranean coastal city they govern.
The IEFCA initiative, proposed and funded by the Government of Türkiye, is part of the Mediterranean Strategy for Sustainable Development (MSSD) and aims to highlight the actions of Mediterranean coastal cities committed to protecting the environment, improving quality of life and promoting sustainable growth.
The Award is one of the flagship initiatives of the Mediterranean Strategy for Sustainable Development (MSSD 2016-2025) and recognises the role and collaboration of Mediterranean coastal cities and their Local Authorities in achieving UNEP/MAP's vision of a healthy Mediterranean Sea and coastline in the context of sustainable development.
Candidate cities can submit their applications from 29 November 2024 to 15 April 2025 via the platform developed by INFO/RAC, the UNEP/MAP Regional Activity Centre.