OUR PLAN FOR A BETTER FUTURE

Beirut 2050
Strategic Framework

A long-term plan for a sustainable, resilient, and
regenerative Beirut.

THE VISION

“A greener, bluer, kinder Beirut —
a resilient and vibrant Mediterranean
city for current and future generations.”

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OUR APPROACH

Beirut 2050 builds on four essential approaches
to drive meaningful change.

Collaborative

Bringing together all sectors of society.

Evidence-Based

Grounded in science, data and innovation.

Inclusive

Ensuring no one is left behind.

Long-Term

Thinking and acting today for 2050 and beyond.

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The Eight Strategic Pillars

1. Nature &
Biodiversity

Protect and restore ecosystems and increase urban nature.

2. Climate &
Energy

Build a low-carbon, climate-resilient and energy-efficient city.

3. Water
Security

Secure water resources and improve coastal and marine quality.

4. Circular Economy
& Green Jobs

Reduce waste, reuse resources and create green opportunities.

5. Sustainable
Mobility

Promote safe, clean and connected mobility for all.

6. Housing & Urban
Regeneration

Create livable neighborhoods and revitalize urban areas.

7. Community
Wellbeing

Enhance health, education, culture and social inclusion.

8. Innovation &
Smart Systems

Leverage technology and innovation for a smarter Beirut.

Targets by 2050

1 Million

Trees and Plants

25–30%

Green Cover

9 m²

Accessible Green Space per Resident

Climate-resilient Coastline

Expanded Public Green Space Network

Circular Economy Transition

Carbon Reduction & Climate Adaptation Strategy

100%

Beirut Coastline under ICZM Framework

Blue Flag Quality Beaches where feasible

Eliminate Untreated Wastewater Discharges

Marine Spatial Plan completed by 2030

100%

Habitat Mapping of Beirut Continental Shelf

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Implementation Roadmap

Phase I | 2026 – 2030 Foundation

  • Establish Beirut 2050 Council and Executive Office
  • Conduct baseline assessments
  • Establish thematic committees
  • Formalize strategic partnerships
  • Launch pilot projects
  • Mobilize stakeholders

Phase II | 2030 – 2040 Transformation

  • Scale successful initiatives
  • Expand green infrastructure
  • Improve mobility
  • Restore ecosystems
  • Integrate climate adaptation citywide

Phase III | 2040 – 2050 Regeneration

  • Achieve measurable environmental recovery
  • Improve competitiveness
  • Enhance resilience
  • Position Beirut as a leading Mediterranean regenerative city

From Challenges to Opportunities

2M+

People in
Greater Beirut

19.8 km²

Municipal
Area

~20 km

Mediterranean
Coastline

0.8 m²

Green space per
resident today

9 m²

WHO recommended
green space

High

Climate risks &
urban heat island

Traffic &
Mobility

Strained infrastructure
& congestion

The future of Beirut needs
institutions, experts, communities, and citizens.

Join us in building a resilient, inclusive, prosperous, and sustainable Beirut by 2050. Partner with us, contribute your expertise, sponsor initiatives, or take part in citizen science to help turn our shared vision into reality.

Beirut 2050 coastal framework background

A shared framework.
A common future.

Explore the full Beirut 2050 Strategic Framework.

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