This Deliverable presents a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities in water management within the context of climate change in the Mediterranean region. Through a detailed examination of the hydrological and hydrogeological factors influencing water availability and demand, the report underscores the critical need for sustainable water development and management practices to ensure long-term water security and environmental sustainability. Drawing on insights from the OurMED project, funded by the PRIMA program, the deliverable highlights the importance of integrative approaches that enhance water storage and distribution systems while integrating local ecosystem management at the river basin scale. By analyzing demo sites that demonstrate the region's climatic patterns and water management practices, the report identifies key strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in current water management strategies. Through strategic recommendations and actionable insights, the report aims to guide stakeholders and policymakers towards more resilient and adaptive water management strategies that can effectively address the challenges posed by climate change in the Mediterranean region.

This project is part of the PRIMA Programme supported by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation Programme under Grant Agreement No 2222.