Who We Are

MCAP formally launched in 2023 at COP28 in Dubai, with 16 inaugural members representing regions across five continents

The Mediterranean Climate Action Partnership (MCAP) is an alliance of regions with a mediterranean climate across the globe that drives collaboration to advance climate adaptation and resilience. Mediterranean climates already experience the impacts of climate change and face greater risks. These regions are warming more quickly, facing more severe drought and water scarcity, wildfires, and extreme heat events. This bioregional approach to climate action elevates the role of subnational governments, draws attention to the fact that climate impacts do not follow political boundaries, and elevates the voices of those on the front lines of climate change.

MCAP Structure

  • MCAP is a member-driven partnership with elected co-chairs that can provide diverse regional perspectives and resources.

    The Secretariat, hosted by Resilient Cities Catalyst, provides administration and programatic support for the Partnership.

    Technical experts from member regions support the Secretariat in program priorities and participate in learning exchanges through Working Groups.

    ‍Mini Sprint project acceleration teams, comprised of multiple member regions and their local partners, are progressing implementation with financial support from the Secretariat.

  • The Partnership established its governance structure, documented in the MCAP Charter, with inputs and approval from MCAP’s Leadership.

  • Through a series of exercises with the MCAP Working Groups and Leadership Council, the Partnership align around top priorities to create 3 year roadmap, detailed in the 2024-2026 Action Agenda.

  • MCAP member regions represent 16 subnational governments in 10 countries, across 5 continents. Each region, detailed in their Member Region Profiles, brings a unique perspective and strengthens the Partnership.

MCAP Co-Chairs

Sonsoles Letang
Director General, Climate Change and Environmental Quality Government of Catalonia, Spain

“Catalonia is already adapting to climate impacts, including unforeseen weather and a prolonged drought, and believes collaboration is critical for addressing our shared climate challenges. Catalonia and California have a 30 year history of partnership and continue to lead in climate adaptation and resilience globally, so we are proud to continue working alongside California as co-chairs for the Mediterranean Climate Action Partnership. We have already learned so much from MCAP regions around the world, and are committed to working closely to improve our collective futures. ”

Secretary Wade Crowfoot
California Natural Resources Agency
State of California, United States

“As we confront worsening climate impacts in California, we realize that many other places across the world are in the same boat. Governments like ours in regions with Mediterranean climates are battling intensifying droughts, extreme heat and wildfires. Now, through the Mediterranean Climate Action Partnership that we’ve come together to establish, we are helping each other adapt and better protect our people from these threats. This alliance will become even more important in the years to come.”

MCAP Secretariat

Resilient Cities Catalyst (RCC) is a nonprofit comprised of urban practitioners and resilience experts with deep experience working in cities and regions around the world. RCC joins with cities and regions worldwide to help them better leverage the experience, resources, and energies of their leaders, managers, communities, companies, and urbanists to realize their collective visions. Founded by executives from 100 Resilient Cities, RCC’s work is anchored in the knowledge gained in the development of the resilience movement. For more info, please visit: www.rcc.city or e-mail secretariat@medclimate.org.

Sam Carter
Founding Principal, RCC
Head of the MCAP Secretariat

Candelaria Mas Pohmajevic
Associate Director, RCC
Secretariat Technical Lead

Konstantina Karydi
Managing Director, RCC Europe
Secretariat Senior Advisor

Johanna Sutton
Associate Director, RCC
Secretariat Governance Lead

Laura Barron
Associate Director, RCC
Secretariat Program Lead