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91. Cyprus faces hurdles in connecting to European electricity grid

A critical regional energy project aiming to connect Cyprus to the European electricity grid has hit significant roadblocks, threatening the country's bid to end its energy isolation as the last EU member-state without such a connection....

92. 1.77 million euro Troodos observatory hopes to inspire wonder

A new space observatory in Cyprus looks like it just uncloaked itself on the set of a sci-fi movie and is ready for takeoff....

93. Geroskipou awakes to explosion, solar heater suspected

An early morning explosion on Tuesday startled residents in the quiet neighborhood of Geroskipou. The blast, originating from a home solar water heater, caused significant damage but resulted in no injuries....

94. Fires devastate homes and solar park, communities reeling

Twenty-one houses, including three completely destroyed, were among the casualties of fires that swept through the Paphos district over the last two days, Deputy Prefect George Chrysafini reported Wednesday....

95. Mario Nava advocates bicommunal energy project in Cyprus

A bicommunal photovoltaic power plant would increase cooperation in the energy field and build trust, Mario Nava, the Director-General of the European......

96. Ferreira backs Green Line trade for Cyprus reconciliation

European Union (EU) Commissioner for Cohesion and Reform, Elisa Ferreira, emphasized the pivotal role of Green Line trade in fostering reconciliation in Cyprus during an exclusive interview with Yeni Douzen....

97. ''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...

98. Andreas Petsas and Eurobank support sustainability at 'Green Agenda'

In a pivotal speech delivered at the 'Green Agenda' conference hosted at Hilton Nicosia, Mr. Andreas Petsas, Senior General Manager of Eurobank......

99. 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. ...

100. 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....

101. 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, ...

102. Solar storm threatens earth's power and internet

A rare warning has been issued over a solar storm that could affect Earth’s power supplies and knock out the internet....

103. Deloitte announces 2024 Technology FAST 50 rankings

Cyprus based Capital.com claims top spot for the third consecutive year exhibiting 4411% growth in revenues ...

104. Few coal plants to survive stricter US regulations

New climate rules imposed by Joe Biden’s administration requiring huge cuts in carbon pollution from coal-fired power plants will accelerate the decline of an industry that until recently provided most of America’s power, experts say, potentially even dealing a death blow to coal in the US....

105. Wind and solar could power Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East by 2050

The significant potential and great potential of wind and solar energy in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) region up to 2050 is revealed......

106. Cyprus struggles as 70% of green power goes to waste

In a pivotal discussion held yesterday by the Parliamentary Committee on Energy, Trade, Industry, and Tourism, the pressing issue of energy storage from renewable sources and hydrogen took center stage....

107. Aptera's solar car prototype moves closer to completion

In a monumental stride towards realizing its vision, Aptera, the manufacturer of the highly anticipated solar-powered car, recently welcomed the arrival of its first production-grade body at its headquarters in San Diego....

108. Sophia Vassiliou: Paying it forward

As the European elections draw near, Cyprus finds itself amidst the emergence of a new political entity: VOLT. This dynamic party brings a breath of fresh air to our political landscape, ...

109. Record crowd watches historic eclipse across North America

The next total eclipse will be on 12 August 2026 and will cover large areas of the northern hemisphere....

110. Tonight's total solar eclipse promises to mesmerize the sky

Today, on Monday, April 8, a celestial spectacle is set to unfold across vast swathes of North and Central America as a total solar eclipse takes center stage. ...

111. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender

112. Cyprus faces electricity market struggles amid smart meter setback

Cyprus faces significant hurdles in its electricity sector, notably in establishing a fair and competitive market. This impacts consumer choice of suppliers and efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources at home....

113. Employers call for tax reform to spur economic growth

Employers are advocating for a comprehensive overhaul of the tax system, proposing significant changes aimed at boosting economic activity and competitiveness. Here's a breakdown of their proposals:...

114. Lawmakers slam green taxation plans as ''stupid'' and ''immoral''

DISY MP Kyriakos Hatzigiannis and Ecologists MP Stavros Papadouris sharply criticized the government's green taxation plans in interviews with ''SPOR FM 95.0'' and ''DIASPORA News.''...

115. UN's silent visit leaves Cyprus guessing

Maria Angela Olguín Cuellar kept her cards close to her chest, according to the "briefing" from the Presidential Palace......

116. Zero-emission buildings by 2030

In a bid to combat climate change, the European Parliament has approved a plan to make buildings more energy-efficient and eco-friendly. The revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive,...

117. Energy Minister calls for EU 'solar bank' to energize solar industry

In a proposal during the EU Council of Transport, Telecommunications, and Energy yesterday, Cypriot Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry George Papanastasiou...

118. Cypriot companies lead Europe's fastest growth

Two Cypriot companies have made it onto this year's list of the one thousand fastest-growing European businesses, a list compiled annually by the British newspaper Financial Times in collaboration with the German data analysis company Statista....

119. How to apply for the photovoltaic project for your home

The Greek Ministry of Energy has launched Category A3 of the grants scheme to promote the use of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) and Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems in residential buildings for 2024-2025. ...

120. Italy's President forges path forward in resolving Cyprus problem

Italy's President Sergio Mattarella is making history with a two-day official visit to Cyprus, becoming the first Italian President to visit the island since its inception....