Component 2 : Project plan and implementation of technical tools required for the characterization of the erosion phenomenon on a Mediterranean scale and for sustainable development of resources

2.1 OPTIMAL (BMe-3S0155R-2.1)
Optimisation of Integrated Monitoring Techniques Applied to Coastlines

2.2 NAUSICAA (BMe-3S0155R-2.2)
Characterisation of hydrometeorological conditions of coastlines, coastlines risk analysis, protection measures and dynamics of Posidonia oceanica grasslands

2.3 ReSaMMé (BMe-3S0155R-2.3)
Search for submarine sand in the Mediterranean Sea

2.4 EuDREP (BMe-3S0155R-2.4)
Share, define and apply Protocol ENV 1 to dredging and beach nourishment initiatives using relict sand and specific tasks for the study of turbidity levels

Component 3 : Interaction between urban development and areas morphologically sensitive in relationship to erosion and storm risk

3.1 Medplan (BMe-3S0155R-3.1)
Analysis and management process for coastal zones: risk, impact mitigation and area planning assessment methods

3.2 ICZM-MED (BMe-3S0155-3.2)
Agreed actions, tools and criteria for the implementation of Mediterranean Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM)

3.3 GESA (BMe-3S0155-3.3)
Management of sand deposits collected by coastal and river infrastructure. Recovery of sediment transport

3.4 POSIDuNE (BMe-3S0155-3.4)
Interaction of Sand and Posidonia Oceanica with the environment of Natural Dunes

Component 4 : Determine regulatory and organizational tools for the definition, regulation and management of coastal protection mechanisms for all public and private parties involved

4.1 ObsEMedi (BMe-3S0155-4.1)
Regulation and promotion for a European Observatory for the defence of Mediterranean coasts