ENERGY & WATER Floating offshore wind in the Mediterranean Sea. What policies are needed to kick start this industry? In cooperation with WIND EUROPE Back to the agenda Abstract The GTI Task Force has explored floating offshore wind power as a solution for islands, often dealing with lack of space for power generation on land. This fast-maturing technology could have a leading role in the clean energy transition process of islands as it can be tailored to the specific environmental…

GREEN HYDROGEN Green hydrogen: an opportunity for islands’ decarbonisation In cooperation with Fedarene & World Hydrogen Leaders Back to the agenda Abstract Due to their isolation and lack of infrastructure, islands often suffer from high energy dependency. In this context, green hydrogen offers a compelling solution to harness the full power of locally produced renewable energy and increase self-sufficiency through energy storage. Several projects are already paving the way for islands to use green hydrogen and accelerate their decarbonisation. For…

ENERGY Ocean energy global trends, projects and technologies for islands. Empowering remote and island communities: the Canadian case study In cooperation with Marine Renewables Canada and Ocean Energy Systems, IEA-OES Back to the agenda Abstract Regions at disproportionately higher risk due to climate change, such as remote coastal communities, islands and least developed countries, are examining renewable resources as a means to relieve power constraints and promote economic growth. Many remote communities, islands and coastal regions meet their energy needs…

WASTE AND CIRCULAR ECONOMY The importance of Circular Economy in islands to ensure environmental and economic sustainability: strategies for the management of organics and plastics. In cooperation with Zero Waste Europe In cooperation with Zero Waste europe Back to the agenda Abstract The global agenda on Circular Economy is posing new challenges, yet disclosing new opportunities for islands: as a matter of fact, better on-site management of resources and reduction of waste may reduce the need for shipments of waste, thereby…

SUSTAINABLE TOURISM How islands can become green destinations and reduce costs, while engaging local communities with new business models. The Maldives’ case study and the Greening the Islands Certification Back to the agenda Abstract How can sustainability and technological solutions help islands to develop a new tourism market focused on green destinations, while reducing their costs on energy, water, waste and mobility? The workshop will update on the activities of the dedicated GTI task force discussing new business approaches for…

AGRICULTURE Sustainable Agriculture in Small Islands.  Innovation and cooperation towards a new model of sustainable agriculture for islands In cooperation with INSULEUR and Instituto Tecnológico de Canarias Back to the agenda Abstract Creating sustainable agriculture models is fundamental for small islands’ self-sufficiency, economy, and transmission of their natural heritage. In fact, islands face increasing needs to achieve food security/sovereignty, restore of a fair share of agriculture in their GDP, minimize the consumption of water, commercialize their high-quality, “made in the…

ENERGY & WATER RES desalination and water recycling for higher efficiency and reduced costs on islands In cooperation with EDS (European Desalination Society) Back to the agenda Abstract Islands increasingly need wiser and more efficient water management to address water scarcity. Eco-friendly solutions must be put in place to guarantee an adequate high-quality freshwater supply to island inhabitants. Seawater desalination coupled with renewable energy systems can supply freshwater while reducing diesel provision costs, with obvious positive impacts on island societies.…

Geothermal energy for islands: resilient infrastructure, independence, and empowered communities. In cooperation with International Geothermal Association (IGA) Back to the agenda Abstract The session will explore for current state of affairs on geothermal energy for islands. After a scene setting presentation, two distinguished speakers are invited to present their views and perspectives of their region (Caribbean and Pacific) and bring forward ideas around how to capitalise on the enormous potential geothermal energy can bring to economic development and sustainability for…