Category: Environment

A wildfire erupted on Monday afternoon (March 24, 2025) in a forested area in the Velanidi region of the Municipality of Ilida in Elis. Firefighters rushed to the scene with 30 personnel, including two teams of ground units from the 6th Forest Firefighting Unit and eight vehicles. According to initial reports, no settlement is currently…

HELLENiQ ENERGY was honored with an award for its exceptional contribution under the category of ‘Outstanding Restoration & Reforestation’ initiatives. Former Minister of Environment and Energy, Theodoros Skylakakis, presented the award to HELLENiQ ENERGY’s Managing Director, Andreas Siameis, during a special event organized by the Ministry of Environment and Energy at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation…

The battle against the wildfire that broke out on Sunday evening (March 24, 2025) in Karystos was nothing short of titanic. Despite the fire spreading dangerously close to homes by morning, firefighters managed to bring it under control. A video documentary released by eviaonline captures the dramatic moment when a helicopter pilot executes a daring…

The large-scale CO2 transport and storage project presented earlier this month by EnEarth (Energean) and DESFA to the European Union aims to store significant quantities of carbon dioxide from Greece and abroad in the depleted Prinos reservoir. This ambitious initiative, known as the Prinos-APOLLOCO2 project, will be implemented for the first time in Greece, reducing…

An emergency was declared late Sunday evening (March 23, 2025) in Karystos due to a massive wildfire that erupted in a forested area. According to information from the president of the Kallianon community, Dimitris Vlachou, published by evima, the fire occurred in a wooded expanse at the location of Piliouri, in a rugged region with…

The Municipality of Athens is sending its own awareness message about global warming by participating in the ‘Earth Hour 2025’. Taking place today, Saturday (22.3.2025) from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM, this is the largest global participatory campaign initiated by WWF in 2007. Iconic landmarks, significant monuments, organizations, businesses, and millions of citizens across over…

The fire that erupted in Penteli last August had unique characteristics compared to other similar disasters, as it extended beyond natural areas into the urban grid of the Penteli Municipality, causing extensive damage to both the environment and infrastructure. One of the most dangerous spots was identified on Alexandros Panagoulis Street, where the flames dangerously…

Nova, part of the United Group, a leading telecommunications and media provider in Southeastern Europe, honors the International Day of Forests 2025 by presenting the art exhibition ‘For a Forest.’ Curated by archaeologist and art historian Irida Kretikou, this group art exhibition features renowned Greek artists. The event is part of Nova’s Corporate Responsibility initiatives.…

The need to increase investments from 15 million euros to 200 million euros annually was highlighted yesterday (March 20, 2025) by the Chief Advisor of EYDAP, Haris Sachinis, during the presentation of the Water Treatment Unit in Acharnes. Specifically, Mr. Sachinis stated that for EYDAP to continue providing clean water to Athens, it is essential…

Today (March 18, 2025), an extension for submission to 7 energy efficiency programs was announced. Specifically, for the Save 2025 program, applications can now be submitted until April 13, 2025. Additionally, for the Change Heating System and Solar Water Heaters, Improving Energy Efficiency of Mountain Tourist Accommodations, Athena, Phoebus, and Promoting Energy Efficiency in Municipal…

In a matter of hours, summer turns to winter as the weather drastically changes from the pleasant days of Tuesday (18/03/2025). Temperatures are expected to plummet by up to 25 degrees in some areas, with snow even falling in lowland regions. Following the recent summer-like temperatures, extreme weather conditions will return across the country, bringing…

The heatwave peaked on Sunday, March 16th, with record temperatures for the month of March as reported by meteo. The temperature surpassed 33°C, reaching a high of 33.7°C in Sisi, Lasithi, setting a new record for March. Additionally, Malia in Heraklion recorded 33.2°C. The average maximum temperature across the country was 8-10°C above normal levels…

A fire broke out in a forested area in the Mylos region of Kokkari, Samos. A large-scale operation by the Fire Service is underway to extinguish the blaze. According to the Fire Service, the fire in Samos started earlier today (16.03.2025) in the afternoon. In an effort to control the fire, 30 firefighters, supported by…

The New Road and Central Road continue to demonstrate daily how they combine the essence of sustainability with business development and environmental protection, offering practical sustainability solutions in the concessions sector. For the 5th consecutive year, during the Green Brand Awards 2025 organized by Boussias Communications, New Road – Central Road received 4 significant distinctions,…

The battle against the fire that broke out on Thursday morning (March 13, 2025) continues in the Kalamitsi-Amygdali area of Apokoronas. According to the latest updates, firefighting forces have been reinforced significantly to tackle the blaze in the Apokoronas region of Chania. Specifically, 74 firefighters are working in three ground teams with 25 vehicles, and…

New research by Greek academics from the University of the Aegean and Aristotle University of Thessaloniki highlights the increasing intensity of marine heatwaves and atmospheric cyclones over the past 40 years. The study reveals a significant correlation between these phenomena, emphasizing how warmer sea temperatures fuel stronger atmospheric systems such as medicanes (Mediterranean hurricanes). Areas…

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport is proceeding with a new payment to beneficiaries under the ‘Electric Mobility III’ program. On Monday, March 10, 2025, €4,577,689.16 will be credited to the accounts of 1,448 beneficiaries of the ‘Electric Mobility III’ program through the 5th credit approval decision. Of this amount, €3,332,398.32 pertains to 1,258 individuals,…

An emergency response is underway as two fires broke out midday on Friday (07.03.2025). The fires on Zakynthos are burning through agricultural and forested areas, prompting a large-scale mobilization of firefighting resources. The first fire occurred in the Neratzoules area near the town of Zakynthos, while the second ignited on the northern side of the…

More than 80,000 households in Australia were without electricity today as Tropical Cyclone Alfred approached the country’s eastern shores, accompanied by destructive winds. As of Friday afternoon (local time), the cyclone was located 125 kilometers east of Brisbane, according to the government. The country’s meteorological service estimated that this first cyclone to hit the region…

The bird flu virus was detected in a dead Dalmatian pelican in the southern part of Kerkini Lake near Lithotopos in the Regional Unit of Serres, as announced by the Directorate of Veterinary Services – Department of Animal Health and Veterinary Control, Medicines and Practices of Central Macedonia Region. The virus in the dead pelican…

The trend of record-breaking climate events continued in February 2025, with global ice levels at their lowest ever recorded and Earth’s temperatures at an all-time high. Following the catastrophic climate events of 2024, the winter of 2025 saw significant melting of polar ice caps, underscoring the relentless progression of global warming. According to the monthly…

The states of North and South Carolina are under a ‘red flag warning’ as firefighting authorities battle 175 wildfires that erupted on Saturday (01.03.2025). The wildfires, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions overnight, have threatened homes and prompted evacuations in many areas. Ongoing operations are underway to tackle more than 175 wildfires that have…