The program will support vulnerable households and microbusinesses through energy upgrades, social housing, electric transport, and other measures, with projects beginning in 2026 and continuing through 2032

A European Commission report finds that 36% of Greece's territory is already affected by desertification, while 47% of residents live in areas directly exposed to the process

A study of nearly 6,900 involuntary psychiatric admissions in Attica found seasonal patterns in hospitalizations and links to temperature, wind speed and atmospheric pressure

Temperatures are expected to remain high through the end of August this year, with forecasters pointing to persistent heat rather than an extreme heat wave like those recorded in the past

Research shows nights no longer offer the body enough cool relief to recover from daytime heat stress during heat waves

A dense white layer spread across the Aegean, obscuring beaches and boats and briefly transforming the familiar summer landscape

Temperatures are expected to rise noticeably, reaching 31-33 degrees Celsius on the islands and 33-35C across mainland Greece.

Corinth-area blaze contained near national highway early Sunday afternoon (Vid)

Storm sweeps across the southern Peloponnese's Mani peninsula, flooding homes and tourist accommodations

Sailing restrictions lifted at the near-Athens ports of Rafina and Lavrio, as ferry operators resume services and modify schedules following strong northerly winds

Ferry restrictions remain in force at Rafina and Lavrio as strong northerly winds disrupt sailings from Piraeus and across the Aegean

Why has Britain’s grass turned yellow? London’s green spaces have been scorched by the UK’s fifth heatwave of the year - but experts say the grass is not necessarily dead

A sudden loss of sunlight along the path of totality will briefly lower temperatures, slacken winds and alter humidity and cloud formation

New nationwide survey finds soaring electricity bills top the list of heatwave impacts, while most respondents say the country remains no better prepared for increasingly frequent and prolonged periods of extreme heat

Civil Protection warns of category 4 fire danger for August 6 in Attica, Boeotia and Evia, urging residents to avoid any outdoor activity that could spark flames

Extreme heat, drought, and wildfires are damaging olive groves and other crops across Europe, raising concerns that olive oil and food prices could begin climbing again this fall.

Experts warn that increasingly intense wildfires fueled by climate change are creating their own weather, overwhelming firefighting resources and demanding a greater focus on prevention and preparedness.

The red alert covers the Sporades and central and northern Evia, where intense storms are expected through the early hours of Saturday

A European study finds early exposure to particulate pollution, especially at school, raises children's risk of a condition that often leads to type 2 diabetes and heart disease

Ultra-thin sensors promise to transform how farmers monitor crop health, detecting plant stress before visible symptoms appear