The 1st Workshop of the TRANSCEND European Project was held in Zaros to address climate change and water scarcity.
Environment
Santorini Finally Moves to Close Illegal Dump
At long last, Santorini is making measurable moves to create a more sustainable and modern landfill from the caldera.
Crete Region Gives “Green Light” for Dive Park Ierapetra
A committee on the environment from the Region of Crete has just unanimously approved a project for the creation of Dive Park Ierapetra.
Greek Ministers Determined to Lease Beachfront for Cash
The Greek government has revised a law on shoreline use that gives shoreline rental businesses the right to use beaches.
A Truly Sustainable Greece Tourism: The Essentials
Greek desicionmakers are now wrestling with the idea of a new model for tourism. Let’s hope they are serious this time.
Ocean Rebellion Launches Protests Against Cruise Industry
Ocean Rebellion just launched a night-time protest in Weymouth in order to reveal the “dirty truth of the cruise shipping industry”.
Sustainable Tourism May End Up With a Regulatory Solution
The private sector cannot be counted upon to provide a truly sustainable solution for tourism. It seems clear lawmakers will need to step in.
September 20th the World Goes on Climate Strike to Save Our Planet
September 20 – 27, millions of people concerned about the massive effects of climate change will walk out of workplaces and homes. Join them.
Royal Caribbean Lines Looks at More Greece Cruises
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and executives of Royal Caribbean Cruises looking at ways of boosting Greece cruises.
Clean Blue Paros Paves Way to Island Sustainability
Clean Blue Paros’ program to make the island the first plastic-waste free Mediterranean island may pave the way to true sustainability.
Club Med Sustainability Efforts 2019
Club Med has real experts on biodiversity and sustainability in the resorts, including marine biologists at Club Med Kani in Maldives.
World Oceans Day: Marine Protection Event Live Streamed from Santorini
Ghost nets kill millions of marine animals each year. On June 8th, World Oceans Day, Healthy Seas together with Cousteau Divers, with the support of Italian fabric manufacturer, Carvico S.p.A, will live stream from the island of Santorini in Greece, and show the world how divers remove these deadly traps.
Greece Ranks Second in the World for Blue Flag Beaches
Greece has been ranked No. 2 in the world ranking for the prestigious Blue Flag quality award for beaches, marinas and sustainable tourism boats, according to the Hellenic Society for the Protection of Nature (EEPF).
Eurostar Renews Commitment to the Environment
Yesterday, Eurostar unveiled a ten-point plan in support of its Tread Lightly environmental commitments and in line with the 2016 Paris climate agreement.
Zooniverse Condor Watch Takes Flight
Launching today, a super important Zooniverse project called Condor Watch is focused on helping save California Condors. With only roughly 200 of these magnificent birds left, Zooniverse wants to help save them by socializing conservation efforts.
Albania’s Edi Rama “Renaissance” In the Making
News from Balkans.com reflects on Albania’s efforts to take advantage of their magnificent Adriatic coastline, while maintaining the integrity of the natural setting. Prime Minister Edi Rama’s renaissance may not be here yet, but incrementally moving Albania government is. According to the news, Albania’s Council of Ministers have approved a Ministry of Urban Development and Tourism proposal to […]
Marina Bay Sands Hosts Branson’s “Carbon War Room”
One of the world’s most magnificent hotels, Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands played host to Sir Richard Branson for a meetup of his Carbon War Room.
200 meters above ground at the Sands SkyPark. The media was invited to a press conference with Branson and other executives this week.
Russian Ministers Admit Some Sochi Errors
As Sochi ramps up preparations for the Olympics of 2014, the Russian Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has admitted to certain mistakes having been made in the early days of their preparations there. Now a so-called “rehabilitation plan” will be set in place to rectify some environmental mishaps.
Singapore Switches Off Early For Earth Hour
Singaporeans are ready to embrace Earth Hour at 8.30pm tonight. Perhaps more than anyone else, they can readily appreciate the virtues of air conditioning, with the tropical city state typically experiencing temperatures of above 30˚C throughout the year. Anyone who does switch off for Earth Hour is making a big, but definitely worthwhile sacrifice.