Environment
Big Cleanup Operation Planned for Santorini’s Old Harbor
The environmental group Dive in Action will be taking advantage of the major drop in marine traffic to clean the harbor's seabed.
Environment
Greece Aims to Eradicate Single-Use Plastic by July 2021
During a clean-up drive at a beach north of Athens, the environment minister pledged that Greece would phase out the plastics over the next 12 months.
Environment
As Greeks Lower Volume, Experts Can Hear the Earth’s Murmurs
Much like air pollution for astronomers, noise pollution often obscures the view for seismologists in Athens and Thessaloniki.
Environment
Air Pollution Measurements Show Greeks Are Staying Home
While researchers warn that it is too soon to draw safe conclusions, closures and social distancing appear to have had a major impact on air pollution.
Environment
Greece Playing Key Role in EU Effort to Develop Eco Apps
The apps being developed across the continent will help cities deal with growing environmental challenges and aid with disaster response efforts.
Transportation
Town of Karditsa Boasts Thessaly’s First Car Recharging Station
Responding to a growing interest in sustainable solutions for daily life, the forward-looking town of Karditsa takes a step towards a greener future.
Environment
Greek Market Gearing Up to Adjust to Single-Use Plastics Ban
There are positive signs that the Greek market will rise to the challenge of eliminating single-use plastics, replacing them with green alternatives.
Environment
Safeguarding Greece’s Monuments from Climate Change
An initiative by the Culture Ministry will seek to protect Greece's ancient sites from growing threats such as those posed by extreme weather events.
