Sustainability
Roquebrune-Cap-Martin’s Cœur de Carnolès project to move forward despite environmental concerns
The Cœur de Carnolès development in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin has been given the green light to proceed to the next stage by the Préfecture des Alpes-Maritimes despite the presence of a number of protected species on the site.
Read moreSilversea wins award for sustainability
Monaco-based ultra-luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises has been awarded the 2020 Seatrade Cruise Award for Sustainability.
Monaco protecting native plant from extinction
The Nivéole de Nice, a native plant known for its small drooping white flowers, is in danger of extinction. Now Monaco is helping the little plant fight for its survival.
MER makes its first wind investment
Monaco’s push towards a carbon-free future has taken an important leap with the acquisition of three new wind farms, boosting the Principality’s clean-energy capabilities to 25%.
New 'grow your own' initiative in schools
Students are being given a first-hand lesson on sustainable development with the creation of organic vegetable gardens in a selection of schools throughout the Principality.
Superyachts banned from mooring in Alpes-Maritimes
The Alpes-Maritimes is creating new mooring zones for yachts over 20 metres in an effort to protect the Posidonia sea grass that is being destroyed by large anchors.
3D printed panels to improve marine biodiversity
New 3D printed panels created to improve current marine biodiversity projects were unveiled on Tuesday to Prince Albert II and several high-ranking government officials.