AGP Executive Report

Marine Life: Loggerhead turtle Lara has reached Tunisia after swimming about 2,700 kilometres from Cyprus. Satellite tracking is helping researchers map her Mediterranean route and identify important habitats, including Boughrara lagoon. Weather: Tunisia’s weather service forecasts dense clouds and intermittent thunderstorms in northern and eastern central and southern regions Thursday evening. Water Cooperation: Experts from Algeria, Tunisia and Libya called for stronger coordination to manage shared groundwater and protect its long-term sustainability. Clean Energy: The EU plans to mobilise €172 million for two 100-megawatt solar plants in Tunisia, with funding also covering electricity transmission infrastructure. Green Innovation: Around 20 teams are competing in Sfax’s Startup Challenge, which includes projects focused on environmental solutions. Cleaner Municipal Transport: Bizerte has received three electric cars and 30 electric motorcycles for municipal services.

Marine Life: A satellite-tracked loggerhead turtle has travelled about 2,700 kilometres from Cyprus to Tunisia and is now in Boughrara lagoon near Djerba, offering researchers valuable insight into its Mediterranean route. Renewable Energy: The EU plans €172 million in support for two 100-megawatt solar plants in Tunisia, including power transmission infrastructure; locations and construction schedules have not been announced. Water Security: Experts from Algeria, Tunisia and Libya called for stronger coordination on managing shared groundwater and keeping supplies sustainable. Sustainable Agriculture: At Tunisia’s SIAT 2026 fair, Tunisian, Italian and Senegalese officials highlighted cooperation on water and food security and more resilient farming. Weather: Forecasters expect dense clouds and intermittent thunderstorms in parts of the north and east this evening.

Shared Water: Experts in Tlemcen called for stronger Algeria-Tunisia-Libya cooperation to manage shared groundwater and protect its long-term supply. Climate & Water Stress: Tunisia’s September was the fifth hottest on record since 1950, while projections warn that green hydrogen projects could consume a quarter of the country’s water needs by 2050. Local Action: Sfax has launched a climate-project competition for young people and start-ups; Bizerte is adding electric vehicles to municipal services and tested its flood-response plan. Nature Funding: A new €2 million, five-year IUCN-backed programme will support at least 40 civil society groups in Tunisia and three other North African countries working on species protection, ecosystem restoration and community benefits. Clean Energy: The EU’s Mediterranean investment platform offers up to €4.5 billion in guarantees for renewable energy and clean-tech projects, including hydrogen and power networks.

Water Cooperation: Experts meeting in Tlemcen urged Tunisia, Algeria and Libya to strengthen coordination on shared groundwater and its sustainable management. Weather: Tunisia’s meteorological institute forecast scattered, locally thundery rain in the far northwest on Wednesday night. Climate-Resilient Farming: As heat and erratic weather threaten harvests, advocates are calling for greater use of traditional crops to diversify food production and build resilience. Energy and Climate: Tunisia’s September was its fifth-hottest since 1950, while renewables supplied nearly 10% of electricity; a separate warning says green hydrogen projects could consume a quarter of the country’s water by 2050. Nature and Youth: A renewed €2 million North Africa programme will support at least 40 civil society groups, including in Tunisia, on conservation and ecosystem restoration. Sfax has also launched a climate-project competition for young people and start-ups.

Biodiversity: IUCN and the French Global Environment Facility have renewed a North African small-grants programme, with €2 million over five years to support at least 40 civil society groups, including in Tunisia, on conservation and ecosystem restoration. Water and energy: Tunisia’s planned green-hydrogen projects could use water equal to a quarter of the country’s needs by 2050, sharpening concerns over scarcity. Renewable sources now provide nearly 10% of electricity generation, while a proposed 40MW solar-powered AI campus in Bizerte could add to clean-energy investment. Climate watch: September was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest since 1950. Local action: Bizerte has added electric vehicles to municipal services and activated its Blue Plan during a flood drill; Sfax has launched a climate-project competition for young people and start-ups. Weather: Forecasters expect scattered rain in northern coastal areas Tuesday night.

Conservation Funding: IUCN and the French Global Environment Facility renewed a five-year, €2 million programme to support at least 40 civil-society groups in Tunisia and three other North African countries, including projects to protect species and restore ecosystems. Gabès Pollution: Ten environmental activists have been jailed over anti-pollution protests, raising concerns about the response to pollution grievances. Water and Energy: Green hydrogen projects could use a quarter of Tunisia’s water needs by 2050, while renewables now provide nearly 10% of electricity and a 120 MW solar plant is planned in Sidi Bouzid. Climate Action: September was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest on record since 1950. Applications for Sfax’s youth and start-up climate-project competition close at noon today. Cleaner Municipal Services: Bizerte has received three electric cars and 30 electric motorcycles for municipal work.

Clean-energy finance: The EU launched its T-MED platform on Oct. 26, offering up to €4.5 billion in guarantees for Mediterranean renewable energy and clean-tech projects. Tunisia could benefit from support for solar power, grids and storage. Water and hydrogen: A warning that Tunisia’s green-hydrogen plans could require water equivalent to a quarter of national needs by 2050 raises questions about how projects will balance exports with local demand. Pollution and protest: Ten environmental activists have been jailed over anti-pollution protests in Gabès, where industrial contamination remains a flashpoint. Climate watch: September 2026 was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest September since 1950. Renewables: Tunisia’s renewable share of electricity generation has reached nearly 10%, while Scatec-Aeolus plans a 120-MW solar plant in Sidi Bouzid. Local action: Bizerte received three electric cars and 30 electric motorcycles for municipal services. Kef’s olive harvest starts Oct. 30, with authorities urging controls on olive-mill wastewater and its disposal.

Mediterranean Clean Energy: The EU has launched a platform offering up to €4.5 billion in guarantees to attract investment in renewable energy and clean technology across the region. Electric Mobility: Bizerte has received three electric cars and 30 electric motorcycles for municipal services, part of a programme to reduce emissions and energy use. Olive Harvest: Kef’s harvest starts October 30, with officials highlighting wastewater management at mills and safe transport for workers. Climate and Water: September was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest since 1950, while a report warns that green hydrogen projects could consume a quarter of the country’s water needs by 2050. Local Climate Action: Young people and start-ups in Sfax can apply for climate-project support until noon on October 28. Pollution Protests: Ten environmental activists have been jailed over anti-pollution protests in Gabès.

Climate Action: Sfax is inviting young people and start-ups to submit climate projects by October 28, with winners receiving technical support. Cleaner Transport: Bizerte has received three electric cars and 30 electric motorcycles for municipal services, aiming to cut emissions and energy use. Olive Harvest: Kef’s harvest starts October 30, with officials focusing on mill wastewater and safe worker transport. Water and Energy: Tunisia’s renewable share of electricity generation is nearing 10%, while planned green hydrogen projects could require water equal to a quarter of national needs by 2050. A 120MW solar plant is also planned for Sidi Bouzid. Heat and Pollution: September was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest on record since 1950. In Gabes, 10 environmental activists were jailed over anti-pollution protests.

Cleaner Municipal Transport: Bizerte has added three electric cars and 30 electric motorcycles to municipal services, aiming to cut emissions and energy use. Climate Action: Young people and start-ups in Sfax have until October 28 to apply for support for climate projects. In Kef, the olive harvest starts October 30, with authorities focusing on mill wastewater and safe disposal. Flood Readiness: A drill in Bizerte tested emergency coordination as officials called for cleared waterways and drainage networks ahead of the rainy season. Heat and Water Stress: September was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest on record, with rainfall at 75.4% of normal and sharp regional disparities. A union representative has also warned that proposed green hydrogen projects could intensify water and energy shortages. Energy and Pollution: Renewable sources supplied nearly 10% of Tunisia’s electricity, while a 120MW solar plant is planned for Sidi Bouzid. Separately, 10 environmental activists were jailed over anti-pollution protests in Gabès.

Clean Transport: Bizerte has received three electric cars and 30 electric motorcycles for municipal services, part of a programme to cut emissions and energy use. Climate Action: Young people and start-ups in Sfax can submit climate project ideas by October 28, with winners receiving technical support. Farming and Water: Kef’s olive harvest starts October 30, with authorities focused on mill wastewater and safe transport for workers. In Sfax, the coming harvest is forecast to be nearly 50% smaller. Heat and Flood Risk: September was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest on record, with rainfall below average and sharp regional disparities. Bizerte has also rehearsed flood response and plans to clear waterways and drainage networks. Energy and Environment: Renewable sources now provide nearly 10% of Tunisia’s electricity, while a proposed 120MW solar plant in Sidi Bouzid points to further expansion. A union representative warns that green hydrogen plans could deepen water and energy shortages. Pollution Protests: Ten environmental activists have been jailed over anti-pollution protests in Gabès.

Cleaner Municipal Transport: Bizerte has added three electric cars and 30 electric motorcycles for municipal services, with the aim of cutting emissions and energy use. Climate Innovation: Young people and start-ups in Sfax can apply by October 28 for support to develop projects tackling climate change. Olive Harvest: Kef’s harvest begins October 30, with officials focusing on olive-mill wastewater, safe transport and environmental safeguards. Flood Readiness: Bizerte’s Blue Plan drill tested emergency coordination as authorities prepare for the rainy season, including clearing waterways and drainage networks. Heat and Water Stress: Tunisia’s September was its fifth-hottest since 1950, with rainfall at about three-quarters of normal and sharp regional disparities. Energy Choices: Renewables reached nearly 10% of electricity generation in 2026, but critics warn green hydrogen could put further pressure on scarce water and energy. Environmental Justice: Ten activists were jailed over anti-pollution protests in Gabès.

Heavy Rain and Flood Readiness: Tunisia’s weather service forecast locally heavy, sometimes thundery rain across northern and central coastal areas. A flood drill in Bizerte tested emergency coordination, with officials calling for cleared waterways and drains. Climate Watch: September was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest on record since 1950, 1.4°C above average, while rainfall reached just 75% of normal, with sharp regional differences. Pollution Protests: Ten environmental activists were jailed over anti-pollution protests in Gabès, renewing attention to the town’s long-running pollution concerns. Energy Transition: Renewables’ share of electricity generation has risen from about 2% in 2020 to nearly 10% in 2026, but union representatives warn proposed green hydrogen projects could intensify pressure on scarce water and energy. Farming Under Strain: A study of small farms in Kef found that mixed olive, crop and livestock systems generally reported higher incomes and stronger agroecological practices; separately, Sfax’s olive harvest is expected to fall by nearly half.

Weather & Flood Readiness: Heavy, locally thundery rain is forecast for northern and central Tunisia. In Bizerte, a flood drill tested emergency coordination, with officials stressing the need to clear waterways and drains. Solar Investment: SoleCrypt plans a 40MW AI campus in Bizerte, backed by a 60MW solar-and-storage project in Tozeur, with operations targeted for 2028. Farming: A study of 60 small farms in Kef found that mixed olive, crop and livestock systems generally had stronger agroecological practices and higher reported incomes. Climate: September was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest on record, 1.4°C above average, while rainfall reached just 75% of normal overall, with sharp regional differences. Energy & Water: Renewables supplied nearly 10% of electricity in 2026, up from about 2% in 2020; union representatives warn that green hydrogen plans could intensify water and energy pressures. Pollution & Rights: Ten activists were sentenced over protests against pollution linked to Gabès’ phosphate plant, including two who received one-year prison terms.

Farm Resilience: A study of 60 small farms in Kef found that olive growers combining trees, crops and livestock generally reported stronger agroecological practices and higher incomes, though environmental and social gains were less clear. Flood Readiness: Bizerte rehearsed its “Blue Plan” in a flood drill, testing emergency coordination and calling for cleared waterways and drainage networks before the rainy season. Water and Hydrogen: A union representative warned that proposed green hydrogen projects could intensify Tunisia’s water and energy pressures, arguing for public consultation. Climate Stress: September was Tunisia’s fifth-hottest on record since 1950, with temperatures 1.4°C above average and rainfall at 75.4% of normal, with stark regional gaps. Clean Energy: Renewables supplied nearly 10% of Tunisia’s electricity in 2026, up from about 2% in 2020; Scatec and Aeolus are also considering a 120 MW solar plant in Sidi Bouzid. Environmental Rights: Ten activists were sentenced over protests against pollution linked to the Gabès phosphate plant; two received prison terms, while eight received suspended sentences. Green Campuses: Universities have until October 30 to submit proposals for a national initiative supporting environmental projects at higher-education institutions.

Pollution Protests: Ten environmental activists were sentenced over 2020 demonstrations against pollution linked to the phosphate plant in Gabès. Eight received suspended six-month terms; two were sentenced to a year in prison. Clean Energy: Scatec and Aeolus are considering a 120-megawatt solar plant in Sidi Bouzid as Tunisia seeks to raise renewables’ share of electricity to 35% by 2030. Extreme Weather: Heavy rain and thunderstorms prompted a safety warning from the Interior Ministry, while scattered rain was forecast overnight along parts of the coast. Agriculture Under Pressure: Sfax’s olive harvest is forecast at 275,000 tonnes, down nearly 50% from last season, with drought and low rainfall among the factors. Tunisia is also building fertilizer stocks amid concerns that Hormuz shipping disruptions could raise costs and threaten harvests. Electric Mobility: A new digital platform will track EV charging stations and help guide infrastructure planning.