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451. Government to receive €1.2B for green transition and resilience plan

Cyprus is set to receive a total of 1.2 billion euros from the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP). ...

452. US firmly rejects two-state solution for Cyprus settlement

453. Electricity subsidy extends to vulnerable consumers until February's end

With its metaphorical ''finger on the trigger,'' the Ministry of Finance is vigilantly tracking the anticipated surges in the current....

454. Energy Minister deliberates potential 6% electricity bill increases

The Energy Minister, George Papanastasiou, addressed concerns about potential electricity bill hikes arising from the EAC's request to CERA to recover 6% of its 2024 expenses....

455. Cyprus considers participation in Great Sea Interconnector project

In today's session of the Council of Ministers, the discussion continues on the proposal jointly submitted by Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, George Papastasiou, and Minister of Finance......

456. Curbing food waste for a greener tomorrow

Food waste poses a pressing issue requiring attention, contributing to uncontrolled food production and straining natural resources. Humans, as the predominant species on the planet, occupy a significant portion of land for food production....

457. CERA proposes reduced electricity increases amidst parliamentary discussion

The head of Regulatory Energy Cyprus (Cera), Andreas Poulikkas, briefed the Parliament's Finance Committee on the latest proposals submitted by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) for review. ...

458. Cabinet approves €17M sponsorship scheme for business energy upgrades

The Cabinet has approved Mr. George Papastasiou's proposal, the Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, regarding the grants initiative aimed at enhancing upgrades and strengthening the competitive edge of major enterprises....

459. Cypriot farmers' protests send ripples across Europe

The surge of farmers' fury has reverberated in a manner unprecedented for Brussels, the nerve center of European decision-making....

460. Cyprus set to join Great Sea Interconnector project

In a significant move aimed at enhancing regional energy cooperation, Cyprus is considering participation in the ambitious Great Sea Interconnector project, according to statements from government officials....

461. Cyprus celebrates completion of €6.6M solar project in 405 schools

With a total expenditure of €6.6 million, the project to install Photovoltaic Systems in 405 school buildings in Cyprus was completed, offering significant energy......

462. Cyprus secures 25% stake in epic electric cable project

In the midst of a countdown, the government finds itself deeply engaged in one of the Eastern Mediterranean's most monumental energy endeavors....

463. Power outage shocks Nicosia, residents left in the dark

Residents in several areas of Nicosia province experienced a disruption in their electricity supply on Wednesday morning, January 31st....

464. Businesses can now register for renewable energy funding programs

Businesses interested in participating in grant schemes to encourage the use of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and Energy Efficiency (EE) are now able to register, according to the Management Committee of the Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and Energy Saving (EE) Fund....

465. Cyprus' €1.9B entry into mega energy project uncertain

Republic of Cyprus is poised to enter the shareholding structure of one of the largest energy projects in the Eastern Mediterranean....

466. Tatar blasts Greek Cypriot 'obstruction' in energy talks

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar emphasized the importance of energy collaboration with Europe through Turkey during a summit on energy in the Eastern Mediterranean, held at the Turkish Cypriot Chamber of Commerce....

467. Cyprus secures €20.9 million boost from EU's recovery fund

In a significant development, the European Commission announced a pre-financing injection of €20.9 million for Cyprus from the Recovery and Resilience Mechanism,...

468. Macan sets new standards: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche

469. Germany and France propose radical restructuring of EU decision-making

In an unprecedented move, Germany and France are advocating for profound changes in the operation and decision-making processes of the European Union (EU). ...

470. Government's €6.6M solar project powers education sustainably

In a significant leap towards sustainability, Cyprus has successfully concluded a €6.6 million project, installing photovoltaic systems in 405 school buildings. ...

471. Great Sea Interconnector secures €164.5M boost in European funding

The Independent Electricity Transmission Operator of Greece (ADMIE) has announced a substantial increase in European funding for the Great Sea Interconnector project, soaring from €55.2 million to €164.5 million....

472. Ministry's bold steps for energy renovation unveiled

The Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry proceeds with the preparation of standard procedures for the announcement and implementation of energy renovation projects....

473. Tourist, convinced of curse, returns stolen Pompeii artifacts

A tourist recently made headlines by returning stones stolen from the ancient site of Pompeii, attributing her breast cancer to the famous 'curse' associated with the artifacts....

474. ENI unearths natural gas treasure in Cyprus

ENI’s drilling in ''Cronos-2'' target in Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ) block 6 seems to have discovered a natural gas reservoir with sources telling CNA that gas flaring was carried out yesterday....

475. Cyprus secures €40M boost for green energy storage

The Republic of Cyprus has secured €40 million from the Just Transition Fund for energy storage facilities, addressing the inflexibility of its electricity system in storing excess energy from renewables....

476. Congress urges Biden: Host Cyprus President at the White House

Greek-American US Congress members of the Hellenic Caucus have sent a letter to US President Joe Biden, urging him to formally welcome the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, to the White House, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus....

477. House President praises France’s support for Cyprus in Paris meetings

The strategic cooperation between Cyprus and France in the key sectors of security, defence, energy, tourism, trade and education and the mutual will to further deepen them, were emphasised by the President of the Parliament Annita Demetriou and French officials, with whom she met on Wednesday as part of her visit to France....

478. Cyprus backs UN resolution condemning Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping

The Cypriot registry seems to remain unaffected for the time being by the latest developments in the Red Sea......

479. Sheikh's $203M investment brings the Waldorf Astoria to Greece

Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Takhoun bin Zayed Al Nayan, known for his extensive investments in Greece since 2018, is set to mark a milestone with the construction of the first ''Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Resort'' in Greece....

480. Makis Keravnos voices concerns over geopolitical developments

The global supply chain disruption and its economic impact on Europe and the world have raised concerns among Europeans....