AGP Executive Report

Climate & Heat Risk: A rare “danger to life” heatwave alert has been issued for Oxfordshire, with forecasts topping 37–40°C and comparisons noting Monaco could reach around 36°C—another reminder that summer safety planning matters locally. Water Security: Monaco’s water utility, SMEAUX, has launched an anonymous resident survey on water use to guide future measures as drought pressure continues. Marine Conservation & Safety: Princess Charlene’s Pelagos water-bike relay, Together Crossing for the Pelagos, saw Team Lionheart complete the Viareggio-to-Monaco route in 24 hours, linking drowning prevention with marine protection. Ocean Knowledge: World Hydrography Day spotlights how better ocean data sharing can improve navigation and support climate research. Sustainability Accountability: A KPMG survey finds most companies still can’t link sustainability work to profits and cash flow—pushing the need for real financial integration. Local Community: Monaco’s Commission for Graduate Employment launches CID Alumni to connect graduates and boost mentoring and networking. Formula E (Energy Transition): Formula E unveiled its biggest-ever 2026–27 calendar (21 races, 13 cities) with new venues including COTA, Zandvoort and Brands Hatch, plus Opel joining the grid.

Ocean & Marine Protection: Princess Charlene’s Pelagos water bike relay, Together Crossing for the Pelagos, wrapped a 225-kilometre Viareggio-to-Monaco crossing in 24 hours, with the finish at Larvotto beach spotlighting drowning prevention and marine habitat protection. Ocean Data & Shipping: World Hydrography Day 2026 put the spotlight on faster, better sharing of ocean data, pushing the move toward S-100 services to modernize navigation and support safer routes. Local Culture Meets Environment: The Oceanographic Museum of Monaco partnered with SNCF to bring Greg Lecoeur’s Mediterranean photography exhibition into major transit hubs, linking pollution, climate pressure, and over-tourism to a call for action. Climate/Heat Context: A Dubai travel piece flags El Niño-linked heat and humidity risks, while pointing readers to year-round “rain” experiences—useful context for how weather extremes shape tourism choices. Governance & Risk (Not climate, but relevant): FATF kept Nepal on its grey list for weak anti-money laundering and terrorist-financing controls, urging fixes in risk supervision and investigations.

Sustainability Meets the Balance Sheet: A KPMG survey of 2,024 executives finds only 1 in 5 can quantify how sustainability affects profits, cash flow or valuation—leaving many treating ESG as compliance instead of core capital-allocation. Monaco Job Network: Monaco’s Commission for Graduate Employment (CID) launched “CID Alumni” to connect past beneficiaries and new graduates through networking and mentoring, aiming to build on a ~78% employment rate. Pelagos Protection by Water Bike: Princess Charlene’s foundation-backed “Together Crossing for the Pelagos” saw Team Lionheart win a 225 km relay from Viareggio to Monaco, linking drowning prevention with marine conservation. Ocean Awareness at Stations: The Oceanographic Museum of Monaco partnered with SNCF to bring Greg Lecoeur’s Mediterranean photo exhibition to major transit hubs, highlighting pollution and climate pressures. Ocean Data Focus: World Hydrography Day 2026 spotlights better sharing of ocean data, tied to next-gen S-100 services for safer, smarter navigation. Formula E Returns to Sanya: Nissan’s Formula E team heads to the Sanya E-Prix after a seven-year gap, as the all-electric series targets China’s huge fan base.

Ocean Protection & Policy: Monaco will host its third Ocean Space Forum on 2 July at the Auditorium Rainier III, focusing on how satellite tech can monitor and protect the oceans, with sessions on the climate crisis, maritime law and ocean governance. Marine Conservation in Action: Princess Charlene and Prince Albert II greeted winners of the third “Crossing for the Pelagos” water bike relay, linking drowning prevention with protection of the Pelagos Sanctuary. Public Awareness (Mediterranean): A new Oceanographic Museum of Monaco photo exhibition by Greg Lecoeur has been installed in major French transit hubs, using striking images to highlight pollution, shipping impacts, climate change and over-tourism. Sustainability & Innovation: World Hydrography Day 2026 spotlighted faster, smarter sharing of ocean data, pointing to the shift toward S-100 services for next-gen navigation and charting. Biodiversity & Wildlife: Conservationists warn vulture populations in central Africa face rising risk from belief-based poaching and poisoning demand spreading from Nigeria and Benin. Local Jobs (Not Environment, but Monaco): CID launched “CID Alumni,” a new graduate network to support professional development through mentoring and networking.

Ocean Data & Safety: Monaco’s Ocean Space Forum returns to the Auditorium Rainier III on 2 July, aiming to use satellite tech to monitor and protect the ocean, with sessions on the climate crisis, maritime law and governance, and new space-ocean opportunities. Marine Conservation in Action: Princess Charlene and Prince Albert II greeted winners of the third Together Crossing for the Pelagos, a 225 km water-bike relay from Viareggio to Larvotto that links drowning prevention with marine protection. Public Engagement for the Sea: A new Oceanographic Museum of Monaco exhibition by photographer Greg Lecoeur is rolling out across major French rail hubs, using Mediterranean underwater imagery to spotlight pollution, climate pressure and over-tourism. Local Environment Culture: UPaint Monaco’s 10th anniversary street-art festival returns to the Promenade du Larvotto (21–25 June), with live murals created for environmental causes. Blue Economy & Tech Links: Monaco and India are set to deepen collaboration in the blue economy and emerging tech, with talks highlighting future partnerships. Water Safety Education: Princess Charlene’s Water Safety Day reached Italy for the first time, teaching open-water rescue and first aid to children in Viareggio. Ocean Science Spotlight: World Hydrography Day 2026 focuses on transforming how ocean data is shared, pushing faster, smarter circulation of marine information.

Ocean & Safety: Princess Charlene and Prince Albert II greeted Team Lionheart at Larvotto after the 225-kilometre Together Crossing for the Pelagos—an event tied to drowning prevention and marine protection. Marine Life & Conservation: A new study highlights how Mediterranean monk seals are increasingly pushed into hard-to-see underwater refuges, raising questions about what counts as critical habitat as tourism disturbs breeding sites. Monaco Ocean Focus: Monaco will host the third Ocean Space Forum on 2 July, using satellite tech to monitor and protect oceans, with sessions on climate impacts, maritime governance, and space-enabled solutions. Public Engagement for the Sea: The Oceanographic Museum of Monaco’s Mediterranean photo exhibition is now installed in major French rail hubs, using Greg Lecoeur’s images to spotlight pollution, shipping pressure, climate change, and over-tourism. Biodiversity Under Threat: Conservationists warn vulture populations in central Africa are being hit by belief-driven demand spreading from West Africa, including poisoning linked to poaching. Local Climate/Environment Culture: UPaint Monaco returns 21–25 June on the Promenade du Larvotto for its 10th anniversary, with live street art created to benefit environmental causes.

Ocean & Climate Policy: Monaco will host the third Ocean Space Forum on 2 July at Auditorium Rainier III, focusing on how satellite tech can monitor and protect the ocean, with sessions on the climate crisis, maritime governance, and new space-ocean opportunities. Marine Life & Conservation: A new report highlights the Mediterranean monk seal’s shift into hard-to-see underwater refuges, raising questions about what counts as critical habitat as tourism pressure grows. Public Engagement for the Sea: The Oceanographic Museum of Monaco and SNCF Gares & Connexions have launched a Mediterranean photo exhibition across major transit hubs, using Greg Lecoeur’s images to spotlight pollution, over-tourism and climate threats. Local Action & Awareness: UPaint Monaco returns for its 10th anniversary (21–25 June) on the Promenade du Larvotto, with high-end street art created live to benefit environmental causes. Water Safety: Princess Charlene’s Foundation held a Water Safety Day in Viareggio, teaching open-water rescue and first aid to children with Italian lifeguards and coastguard support.

Ocean Tech & Governance: Monaco will host the third Ocean Space Forum on 2 July at the Auditorium Rainier III, bringing satellite and space-agency partners together to help monitor and protect the oceans, with sessions on the climate crisis, maritime law, and new space-ocean tools. Marine Life & Awareness: The Oceanographic Museum of Monaco helped launch a Mediterranean photography exhibition by Greg Lecoeur across major French transit hubs, using striking underwater images to spotlight pollution, climate pressure, and over-tourism. Coastal Conservation: A 2026 study highlights how Mediterranean monk seals may be shifting into near-hidden underwater sanctuaries as human disturbance and cave visits disrupt breeding and resting sites. Local Action & Community: UPaint Monaco returns for its 10th anniversary (21–25 June) on the Promenade du Larvotto, with live street art and fundraising for environmental causes. Water Safety Outreach: Princess Charlene’s Water Safety Day reached Italy for the first time, teaching open-water rescue and first aid to children on Viareggio’s coast. Blue Economy Links: India and Monaco are set to deepen collaboration in the blue economy and emerging tech, building on recent talks.

Ocean Tech & Conservation: Monaco’s Ocean Protection Challenge showcased 10 top projects from 215 entries, including “Pearl,” an AI-powered robot aimed at scaling lionfish removal in the Mediterranean and turning restoration into real economic value. Blue Economy Governance: Monaco will host the third Ocean Space Forum on 2 July, using satellite tech to monitor and protect oceans, with sessions on the climate crisis, maritime law, and space-driven ocean opportunities. Marine Wildlife: A new 2026 study warns Mediterranean monk seals are retreating into hard-to-see underwater sanctuaries as tourism disturbance pushes them deeper into secluded habitats. Mediterranean Awareness: A new Oceanographic Museum of Monaco exhibition at major French transit hubs uses Greg Lecoeur’s underwater photography to highlight pollution, maritime pressure, and climate-driven change in the Mediterranean. Local Environment Culture: UPaint Monaco returns 21–25 June on the Larvotto promenade for its 10th anniversary, with live street art created for environmental causes. Biodiversity Under Threat: Conservationists warn demand for vultures in West Africa is spreading, putting central African populations at risk through poisoning and poaching. Water Safety: Princess Charlene’s Water Safety Day in Viareggio brought open-water rescue and first-aid training to children, stressing that pool skills don’t translate to the sea.

Ocean Tech & Governance: Monaco will host the third Ocean Space Forum on 2 July, bringing space agencies and ocean experts together to use satellite tech for ocean monitoring and protection, with sessions focused on the climate crisis, maritime law, and new space-ocean opportunities. Marine Conservation: A new 2026 study warns Mediterranean monk seals are increasingly pushed into hard-to-reach underwater sanctuaries as tourists disturb breeding caves, forcing conservationists to rethink what “critical habitat” means. Blue Economy Innovation: The Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge showcased 10 top projects from 58 nations, including an AI robot aimed at scaling lionfish removal in the Mediterranean. Water Safety Awareness: Princess Charlene marked a Water Safety Day in Viareggio, teaching open-water rescue and first aid to children with support from Italian lifeguards and the Red Cross. Local Environment-Adjacent Culture: UPaint Monaco returns for its 10th anniversary (21–25 June), with live street art on Larvotto raising funds for environmental causes.

Ocean Tech & Governance: Monaco will host the third Ocean Space Forum on 2 July at Auditorium Rainier III, using satellite tech to monitor and protect oceans, with sessions on the climate crisis, maritime law and ocean governance. Marine Conservation & Education: The Oceanographic Museum of Monaco wrapped its Oceano pour Tous competition, bringing 11 classes together and backing student-led Mediterranean conservation projects. Blue Economy Innovation: Monaco’s Ocean Protection Challenge 2026 showcased 10 winning teams (from 215 entries) pitching marine restoration solutions, including an AI robot aimed at tackling invasive lionfish. Wildlife Under Pressure: A 2026 study highlights Mediterranean monk seals shifting into harder-to-reach underwater sanctuaries as tourism disturbance pushes them away from traditional caves. Water Safety Awareness: Princess Charlene marked Water Safety Day in Italy, training children on open-water rescue, first aid and drowning prevention with local lifeguards and the Coast Guard. Global Ocean Policy: Commonwealth ocean ministers met in Kenya to turn ocean pledges into measurable action, focusing on financing, technology transfer and capacity building.

Ocean Protection & Policy: Commonwealth ocean ministers met in Mombasa to push ocean pledges into measurable delivery, using the Apia Commonwealth Ocean Declaration and the BBNJ Agreement as key guides. Marine Wildlife: A 2026 study in Oryx highlights Mediterranean monk seals shifting into hard-to-see underwater sanctuaries, as tourist cave visits increasingly disturb breeding animals. Monaco Blue Economy Innovation: The Oceanographic Museum of Monaco hosted the Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge 2026, spotlighting 10 top projects, including an AI robot aimed at scaling lionfish removal while turning the problem into value. Education for the Sea: “Rencontres Oceano pour Tous” wrapped the Oceano pour Tous competition, bringing 11 classes together to build community conservation projects and broaden access to marine science. EU Environment Governance: The EU Council approved conclusions on closer relations with non-EU Western European partners, explicitly including Monaco in the framework for a greener, more resilient Europe.

Ocean Governance in Kenya: Commonwealth ocean ministers met in Mombasa on the margins of the Our Oceans Conference to push ocean protection from pledges to measurable delivery, focusing on ocean financing, technology transfer and capacity building under the Apia Commonwealth Ocean Declaration and the BBNJ Agreement. Monaco Youth for the Sea: At the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco, the Oceano pour Tous finale brought together 11 classes to showcase student-led Mediterranean conservation projects, continuing a programme that reaches over 1,000 pupils through workshops and field activities. Monaco Ocean Challenge 2026: The Oceanographic Museum also hosted the 9th Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge, selecting top teams from 215 entries to pitch scalable marine restoration ideas, including an AI robot aimed at tackling invasive lionfish in the Mediterranean. India–Monaco Blue Economy Links: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met Prince Albert II to expand cooperation on sustainability, the blue economy, innovation and emerging technologies, with Bharat Innovates 2026 highlighted as a partnership platform. EU–Monaco in Focus: EU Council conclusions set a framework for closer relations with non-EU Western European partners, explicitly including Monaco.

Ocean tech in Monaco: The 9th Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge wrapped at the Oceanographic Museum, selecting 10 top teams from 215 entries across 58 countries, with pitches focused on turning marine restoration into scalable, business-ready solutions. Blue economy education: The Oceano pour Tous competition also closed, bringing 11 classes from across the Mediterranean to student-led conservation projects after a year of workshops and field activities. Clean yachting push: The Yacht Club de Monaco is gearing up for the 13th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (8–11 July), with a record 56 teams from 22 nations testing zero-emission maritime technologies. Global ocean policy: The Our Ocean Conference opened in Mombasa, Kenya—the first time it’s been held in Africa—spotlighting marine protected areas, the blue economy, ocean-climate links, fisheries, pollution, and maritime security. Local environment-adjacent note: A Monaco-linked EU Council update includes Monaco in a framework for closer EU relations with non-EU Western European partners.

Ocean Action in Monaco’s Classroom: The Oceanographic Museum of Monaco wrapped up “Oceano pour Tous,” bringing 11 student classes from across the Mediterranean to share community conservation projects after a year of workshops and fieldwork. Global Ocean Governance: The Our Ocean Conference opened in Mombasa, Kenya—the first time on African soil—spotlighting marine protected areas, the blue economy, ocean-climate links, fisheries, pollution, and maritime security. Clean Maritime Push in Monaco: The Yacht Club de Monaco confirmed a record 56-team fleet for the 13th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (8–11 July), aiming to accelerate zero-emission tech at sea. EU Neighbourhood Ties: The EU Council approved conclusions strengthening relations with non-EU Western partners, including Monaco, under a shared push for a greener, safer, more competitive Europe. Local Noise & Air Debate: A county board advanced a possible 18–36 month phase-out transition for gas leaf blowers, balancing environmental concerns with industry feasibility.

Ocean Policy: The 11th Our Ocean Conference opened in Mombasa, Kenya, for the first time on African soil, pushing marine protected areas, fisheries, pollution and the ocean-climate link, with a spotlight on turning pledges into funded, enforced action. Clean Maritime Tech: Monaco’s Yacht Club de Monaco is gearing up for the 13th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (8–11 July) with a record 56 teams from 22 nations testing zero-emission power and hydrofoil innovation. Protected Nature Under Pressure: A Mongabay report says Albania’s Vjosa-Narta delta was damaged by bulldozers tied to a Kushner-backed resort plan, raising alarms over permits and impacts to flamingos, sea turtles and the monk seal. Local Noise & Air Debate: County board members are weighing a phase-out transition for gas leaf blowers (18–36 months), as advocates argue for faster limits to cut noise and pollution. Weather Disruption: The U.S. National Weather Service confirmed tornadoes near Pittsburgh and in Ohio, with power outages and damage surveys underway. Monaco Spotlight: Princess Charlene and Princess Gabriella attended the Grimaldi Historic Sites Meetings at the Palace, drawing attention for their summer looks.