STUDY CLIMATE CHANGE, ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT FROM CRISIS TO COOPERATION: ADDRESSING MEDITERRANEAN WATER GOVERNANCE THROUGH COORDINATED ACTION Emine E. Sülün, Ph.D. December 2023 In the realm of water governance, the roles of governments, civil society, and the private sector are pivotal. For an effective multi-level governance strategy, it's essential to have a clear definition and comprehension of the roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder, as well as their interactions within the governance structure. The diversity of water governance systems in the region, despite facing similar challenges, stands as one of the primary issues in this context. As water scarcity becomes more pressing, the importance of collaborative action at the regional level will grow. Numerous regional initiatives are mainly problematic due to perceived inefficiencies and incompatibilities in institutions, as well as the slow and overly cautious progress in reaching a consensus on a regional water policy. To successfully tackle water-related challenges, it's essential to guarantee that the various regional water initiatives in the Mediterranean are compatible with each other.