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BEIRUT 2050
A shared vision for Beirut 2050
A shared vision for a resilient, inclusive, competitive, climate-responsive and regenerative Mediterranean capital.
Environmental recovery, a vibrant economy, sustainable mobility, education, research, tourism, heritage and community wellbeing form one integrated framework for Beirut’s future.
2050
Shared Vision
8
Strategic Pillars
3
Implementation Phases
2026
Foundation Begins
1
Collaborative Framework
About Beirut 2050
A collaborative platform
A collaborative platform
for Beirut’s future.
Beirut 2050 is a long-term strategic framework initiated and coordinated by IRE – Imprint for Regenerative Environment, bringing together public institutions, municipalities, universities, professional associations, civil society, businesses, and citizens.
A shared vision for a resilient, inclusive, competitive, climate-responsive and regenerative Mediterranean capital.
People in
Greater Beirut
Municipal
Area
Mediterranean
Coastline
Green space per
resident today
Urban green
cover
Built-up
Area
WHY BEIRUT
NEEDS A NEW
VISION
Beirut faces environmental stress, climate risks, infrastructure challenges and social pressures. But with collaboration, innovation and nature at the heart of planning, we can create a thriving city for current and future generations.
Our StoryClimate
Risks
Rising temperatures, sea level rise and extreme weather.
Limited
Green Space
Severe shortage of accessible green space.
Coastal
Pressure
Pollution, erosion and loss of marine biodiversity.
Mobility
& Congestion
Traffic congestion, air pollution and limited public transport.
Infrastructure
Strain
Aging infrastructure and limited resources impact quality of life.
Unplanned
Growth
Urban sprawl increases vulnerability and reduces resilience.
BEIRUT 2050
Shaping the Beirut We Want by 2050
A collaborative vision for a resilient, inclusive, prosperous, and sustainable Beirut.
OUR 8 STRATEGIC PILLARS
Nature &
Biodiversity
Restore ecosystems and protect natural heritage.
Climate &
Energy
Build a low-carbon and climate-resilient city.
Water
Security
Secure sustainable water and protect marine resources.
Circular Economy
& Green Jobs
Create green jobs through circular solutions.
Sustainable
Mobility
Enable safe, accessible and low-carbon mobility.
Housing & Urban
Regeneration
Revitalize neighborhoods with resilient and inclusive housing.
Community
Wellbeing
Enhance quality of life through health, culture and inclusion.
Innovation &
Smart Systems
Use data and technology for smarter, more efficient cities.
OUR TARGETS BY 2050
1 MillionTrees and plants
Marine Spatial PlanCompleted by 2030
25–30%Green cover
100% habitat mappingOf Beirut continental shelf
9 m²Accessible green space per resident
Eliminate untreatedWastewater discharges
100%Beirut coastline under ICZM framework
Blue Flag quality beachesWhere feasible
OUR IMPLEMENTATION ROADMAP
2026–2030
FOUNDATION
- Establish Council & governance
- Baseline assessments
- Committees & partnerships
- Pilot projects & quick wins
2030–2040
TRANSFORMATION
- Scale initiatives
- Expand green infrastructure
- Sustainable mobility
- Ecosystem restoration
- Circular economy
2040–2050
REGENERATION
- Environmental recovery
- Social & economic resilience
- Innovation & smart systems
- Leading Mediterranean regenerative city
Blue-Green Citizens
Tree Guardians & Blue Citizens working together for a greener and bluer Beirut.
Bab El Ward Initiative
Heritage-led regeneration for vibrant neighborhoods and public spaces.
Planting Beirut
Greening the city with trees for cooler, healthier communities.
Bay Route
A connected coastal route promoting access, wellbeing and the blue economy.
Urban Observatory
Data, maps and indicators for evidence-based decision making.
Green Beirut System
Building green infrastructure networks and ecological corridors.
BEIRUT 2050 COUNCIL
Uniting leaders from government, private sector, academia and civil society to guide Beirut 2050.
Learn More About the Council
& Other
Partners
Urban Cooling and Climate Resilience
Nature-based solutions and evidence-based planning for a cooler city.
Coastal and Marine Restoration
Integrated coastal planning, habitat mapping, and marine protection.
Collaborative Governance
Founding committee, strategic partnerships, and thematic working groups.
Urban Forest and Green Corridors
A long-term target of one million trees and plants.
How Beirut 2050 Creates Change
Collaborate
Build partnerships across sectors
Mobilize and Act
Turn ideas into measurable impact
Engage and Empower
Involve citizens and strengthen communities
Beirut
2050
Plan and Advocate
Shape policies and influence decisions
Knowledge and Data
Generate insights to inform action
Monitor and Adapt
Track progress and learn continuously
Shared Outcomes Across the Eight Pillars
Social, economic, environmental and cultural outcomes supported by the eight strategic pillars.
1
Social Equity
Building an inclusive city that ensures dignity, opportunity, and well-being for all.
2
Economic Resilience
Fostering a diversified, innovative, and sustainable economy that creates shared prosperity.
3
Environmental Stewardship
Protecting and restoring our natural resources for a healthy and thriving city.
4
Climate Resilience
Building adaptive capacity and reducing risk to climate impacts and disasters.
5
Cultural Heritage
Safeguarding Beirut’s rich heritage and vibrant identity for future generations.
6
Governance & Participation
Promoting transparent governance and empowering citizens in decision-making.
Beirut 2050 and the Global Nature Agenda
Climate Resilience
Strengthen adaptation and reduce risk.
Nature-Based
Solutions
Work with nature for people and planet.
Sustainable Cities
Plan compact, green, and liveable cities.
Water Security
Protect and restore our water resources.
Biodiversity
Conservation
Safeguard habitats and species.
Regenerative
Blue Economy
Sustainable seas, jobs, and prosperity.
Community
Participation
Empower communities to lead change.
Working Across Levels
National
Level
Aligning policies and strategies for a sustainable Lebanon.
Metropolitan
Beirut Level
Coordinating across the metropolitan area for integrated solutions.
Neighborhood
Level
Strengthening communities through local initiatives.
Site
Level
Designing and implementing projects that touch lives.
What Makes Beirut Unique?
1
A City Between
A City Between
Mountain and Sea
2
A City of History
A City of History
and Culture
3
A City of
A City of
Diversity
4
A City of
A City of
Resilience
5
A Gateway to the
A Gateway to the
Mediterranean
6
A City of
A City of
Opportunity
From Grey City to Nature-Positive City
Beirut 2050 envisions a city-wide transformation that places nature at the heart of development. Through biodiversity conservation, climate action, social equity, cultural heritage preservation, and economic regeneration through investment in nature, we create a healthier, more just, and more prosperous Beirut for all.
Sustainable
Development
Goals (SDGs)
Paris Climate
Agreement
Kunming-Montreal
Global Biodiversity
Framework
UN
Decade
Restoration
UN Decade on
Ecosystem
Restoration
IUCN
Vision 2045
Main Initiatives
Blue Citizen
Citizen science platform empowering everyone to observe, record, and protect Beirut.
Learn More
Bab El Ward Initiative
Revitalizing Beirut’s historic quarters through community engagement and culture.
Learn More
News and Publications
Updates on Beirut 2050, its framework, and community initiatives.
Our Partners
Strategic Partners
Institutional Partners
Academic Partner
To be announced
Technical Partner
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