https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-has-a-long-way-to-go-when-it-comes-to-ev-s
Cyprus lags behind the rest of the European Union in the adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), according to data from the European Alternative Fuels Observatory (EAFO). While growth is noted and targets seem achievable, the country's rate of electric car use remains among the lowest in the EU....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-giants-eye-battery-storage-project-in-cyprus
Major global companies like Tesla and Samsung have expressed interest in developing a battery-based electricity storage system in Cyprus, according to Minister of Energy, Trade, and Industry George Papanastasiou. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-plans-€3-1b-climate-investment-by-2030
Cyprus’ total investment on climate change in both EU and public funds as well as private investments are estimated to amount to €3.1 billion by 2030, the Finance Ministry has said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€102-3m-spent-on-275-000-people-trained-on-30-500-programs
In the last five years, 275,000 people participated in 30,500 training programmes of the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (HRDA) and the total expenditure reached to 102.3 million euro,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/charalambos-prountzos-elected-as-nicosia-mayor-by-wide-margin
Charalambos Prountzos has been elected as the new Mayor of Nicosia by a significant margin....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heatwave-pushes-cyprus-electricity-to-the-limit
As temperatures soar in Cyprus, the nation is gearing up for a significant spike in electricity demand, officials say....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-s-electricity-outlook-brightens-with-great-sea-interconnector
The presentation of the "Great Sea Interconnector" electricity cable viability study by ADMIE's leadership in Nicosia has reportedly left a positive impression...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/electricity-interconnector-could-save-households-up-to-€400
The Great Sea interconnector, a €1.9 billion subsea cable linking the electricity grids of Cyprus and Greece, promises significant savings for Cypriot households. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-prioritizes-cross-border-electricity-links-at-eu-council
Electricity interconnection with third countries is a constant priority for Cyprus, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eac-unveils-€45m-energy-infrastructure-projects
Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has given the green light for the construction of infrastructure projects totaling €45 million, in a move aimed at fortifying Cyprus's energy network.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-taste-of-the-first-green-agenda-cyprus-summit
The inaugural "Green Agenda Cyprus Summit" was held on Monday, May 20, at the Hilton Hotel in Nicosia. The event brought together leaders from Cyprus' business community and featured prominent speakers and experts on environmental, sustainability, and energy issues from around the world, aiming to inspire and motivate attendees....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/rif-and-israel-innovation-authority-launch-€900-000-call-for-joint-r-d-projects
The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF), in collaboration with the Israel Innovation Authority (IIA), has unveiled a fresh joint call for proposals, boasting a substantial budget of €900,000....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-has-the-potential-to-become-a-model-of-sustainability-in-europe
In a recent interview during the first-ever Green Agenda Cyprus Summit held at the Hilton in Nicosia, environmental economist and sustainability advocate, Professor Cameron Hepburn, delved into the pressing need for Cyprus to embrace a green transition...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/green-transition-cyprus-in-the-spotlight
The first ''Green Agenda Cyprus Summit,'' organized by the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit and the newspaper ''KATHIMERINI,'' was a resounding success. The event took place at the Hilton Hotel in Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/green-agenda-takes-center-stage-in-pursuit-of-sustainable-living
As the Green Agenda Cyprus Summit unfolds at the Hilton Hotel, the atmosphere buzzes with anticipation and determination....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dr-hepburn-cyprus-has-the-dirtiest-and-most-expensive-grid-in-the-eu
During his presentation at the Green Agenda Cyprus Summit held today at the Hilton Nicosia, Professor of Environmental Economics at the University of Cyprus, Cameron Hepburn, discussed Cyprus' energy transition and its decoupling from fossil fuels to achieve zero emissions and protect the environment. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/climate-action
Wopke Hoekstra has been the European Commissioner for Climate Action since 9 October 2023. Before assuming office in Brussels, he held various political positions in the Netherlands and worked in the private sector. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-gigabytes-to-watts-telcos-evolution-into-energy-providers
Andreas Neocleous is the first CEO of Cyta, Cyprus’ largest telecommunications organization, to have been appointed from the private sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/foundational-principles-of-sustainable-development-in-natura-2000-regions
Dimitris K. Melissas is a Lawyer and Professor of Public Law at the School of Civil Engineering of the National Technical University of Athens, specializing in Urban Planning Law, Spatial Planning Law and Environmental Law....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ceo-advocates-green-transition-at-inaugural-cyprus-summit
In an interview on SPOR FM's ''News Diaspora'' program, Dimitris Lottidis, the founder of the conference and CEO of SPP Media, addressed the urgent climate crisis and the inaugural Green Agenda Cyprus Summit....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/banking-sector-s-pledge-to-environmental-transition
Eliza has been the Executive Director of Finance since October 2019 and since October 2021 she has been an Executive Member of the Bank of Cyprus Board of Directors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/consumer-protection-urges-photovoltaic-market-research
The Consumer Protection Service of the Ministry of Energy emphasizes the importance of thorough market research for consumers considering the installation of photovoltaic systems....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/climate-crisis-a-health-emergency
On December 1, 2019, Ms. Kyriakides assumed the role of European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-minister-of-agriculture-at-the-green-agenda-cyprus-summit
Dr Maria Panayiotou studied History and Archeology at the University of Cyprus from where she graduated in 2004 with honors....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dr-nicolas-p-mastrogianopoulos-at-the-green-agenda-cyprus-summit
Dr. Nikolas P. Mastroyiannopoulos is the Founding Managing Partner of W11 Ventures. He is a non-executive director on the Board of Directors of the Green Energy Group in Limassol, and the CIM Business School in Nicosia Cyprus and the Chairperson of the Techisland Health Cluster Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/research-and-innovation-initiatives-towards-climate-neutrality
Alexandros Charalambides is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Cyprus University of Technology, a member of the board of directors of EAC, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/why-cyprus-has-the-edge-in-hydrogen-technology
George Pechlivanoglou studied mechanical engineering (BSc) and completed the MSc in renewable energy technology at the University of Oldenburg, Germany....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-bears-responsibility-for-the-energy-transition
Chris Angelides serves as the Managing Director in the oil and gas consulting division of Ernst & Young LLP in Houston....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/st-kitts-and-nevis-appoints-joseph-borghese-as-special-envoy-for-fdis
In a strategic effort to boost Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) initiatives, the Government of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis has appointed His Excellency Joseph Borghese as Special Envoy for Foreign Direct Investments. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/nicosia-to-blossom-with-new-environmental-center-along-pedieos-river
The Municipality of Nicosia is embarking on a transformative endeavor, announcing plans for an innovative environmental center nestled along the banks of the Pedieos River in Lakatamia. ...
