The Ionian and southern Cyclades regions — selected for the new parks — are known for their rich marine biodiversity and cultural significance

Sally Jones, Senior Advisor for International Affairs at Chevron: “Chevron maintains a strong and meaningful presence in the Eastern Mediterranean, a region that represents a core priority and an essential part of our future.”

The Mont Blanc tunnel excavation project, which spans 11 kilometers beneath the mountain, revealed extensive fault networks that could act as conduits for glacial water, reaching deep fault zones capable of producing larger tremors

With three bear killings in just a month, decisive intervention by the Greek state is now urgent, says wildlife NGO ARCTUROS

These so-called “sponge infrastructures” can serve as natural defenses against floods, help river basins suffering from water scarcity, and offer sustainable responses to drought and soil erosion.

Nearly a year after the catastrophic Varnavas-Mt. Penteli fire outside Athens, ground temperatures have risen by up to 10°C.

Nestos authorities are calling for the region to be declared in a state of emergency due to the alarming rise in mosquito populations posing health risks.

The timing of the call is seen as particularly significant, taking place against the backdrop of Libya’s objections to Greece’s offshore concessions south of Crete.

The United Nations has urged governments to invest more in wildfire prevention rather than focusing solely on emergency response. It warns that climate change is projected to increase the frequency of extreme wildfires globally by 14% by the end of the decade

The EU Climate Pact Country Coordinator for Greece, organizes a 90-minute online event on Tuesday, July 15 that brings together diverse voices from across Greece to honour those who have suffered and lost their lives due to climate-related disasters

The report provides a detailed overview of progress in hydrocarbon exploration, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and offshore wind energy projects.

As plastic fills our homes, our bodies, and our oceans, the question is no longer whether we can live without it, but whether we can afford not to. 

What this study underscores is a sobering reality: climate change is not merely an environmental issue — it is profoundly political and economic.

Urban areas, such as Athens, are especially prone to higher concentrations of harmful pollutants, making ongoing monitoring and air quality management critical for public health.

The use of banned or counterfeit pesticides has increased across the EU with potential health risks for farmers and consumers.

Blazes in Oropos and Kilkis prompt emergency evacuations as high winds and heatwave create dangerous conditions.

The increasing intensity of heatwaves is linked to the accumulation of greenhouse gases, primarily from fossil fuel combustion, which has raised Earth’s average temperature over time

The Athens municipality has activated an emergency plan with air-conditioned shelters, street patrols, and relief for homeless and strays.

According to IPTO, Greece’s high-voltage Transmission System Operator, electricity demand is expected to peak at approximately 9,700 MW during the early afternoon hours of July 8.

Fierce temperatures force Greece to shut down the Acropolis and order safety measures for outdoor labor.