Month: September 2025

Participation of Prof. Phoebe Koundouri in Pre-COP30 at Alexandria University (13–14 September 2025)

Prof. Phoebe Koundouri participated in the Pre-COP30 Conference at Alexandria University, organized by the International Dryland Development Commission (IDDC), the Nizami Ganjavi International Center, the Regional Action for Climate Change (RACC, STS Japan), and the African League of Young Masters (ALYM), and hosted by Alexandria University. This two-day dialogue convened leaders, experts, youth, and policymakers …

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Reflections on the International Workshop in Memory of Efthymios (Mike) Tsionas

Prof. Phoebe Koundouri participated in the International Workshop in Memory of Efthymios (Mike) Tsionas, held on 11–12 September 2025 at the Athens University of Economics & Business (AUEB), generously supported by the Bank of Greece. The workshop brought together colleagues and friends from around the world to recognize Mike’s contributions to econometrics and applied economics. …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri Strengthens Greece’s Role in Global Clean Energy Transition at Beijing GEI Conference

Building on AE4RIA’s role as the GEIDCO National Committee in Greece, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri traveled to Beijing,on 9 September 2025, to participate in high-level discussions on the global clean energy transition. She was accompanied by Dr. Ioannis Arampatzidis, a member of the AE4RIA team, who is currently working on energy modeling at the SDSN Global …

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MariTech Talent Program 2025 – Advancing Maritime Innovation

Location: Limassol, Cyprus | Dates: 6–8 October 2025 | Credits: 2 ECTS Participate in an immersive, hands-on experience in maritime innovation. Collaborate with ports, shipowners, and deep-tech startups to address real-world challenges. The program includes workshops, a guided port tour, webinars, and access to the Maritime Cyprus Conference. Support: Up to €500 available for travel …

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Athens’ Path to Climate Neutrality: Insights from Prof. Phoebe Koundouri

On 4 September, in an interview with journalist Nicolas Kaufmann from Surplus Magazin, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri shares insights on Athens’ ambitious goal to become climate-neutral by 2030. Athens faces rising heat, pollution, and a heavy reliance on cars, which limits the efficiency of public transport. To tackle these challenges, the city needs more public transport, …

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OMVS Systemic Innovation Workshop: Advancing Climate Neutrality and Resilience in the Senegal River Basin

In the context of accelerating climate action and promoting sustainable development, the UN SDSN Global Climate Hub, supported by AE4RIA – Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Αephoria, in collaboration with the UNFCCC Climate Innovation Hub, continues its efforts to implement Climate Neutrality and Resilience Pathways. As part of this ongoing initiative, the …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri at the UN CEET Annual Meeting: Advancing Low-Carbon Energy Transitions

On 8th September, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri participated virtually, in the UN Council of Engineers for the Energy Transition (CEET) Annual Meeting in Beijing, representing the SDSN Global Climate Hub. The session convened leading experts from around the world to discuss low-carbon energy solutions and the transformation of the energy and transportation sectors. During the meeting, …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri at the Launch of The World Bank’s Report: Reboot Development: The Economics of a Livable Planet

Prof. Phoebe Koundouri spoke at the launch of The World Bank’s report, Reboot Development: The Economics of a Livable Planet, hosted by the Oxford Martin School, University of Oxford, on September 2nd. The event was introduced by Professor Sir Charles Godfray, Director of the Oxford Martin School, and moderated by Professor Jim Hall. Prof. Koundouri …

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Election of Prof. Phoebe Koundouri to the Communication, Education and Outreach Committee of the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP)

Prof. Phoebe Koundouri has been elected to the Communication, Education and Outreach Committee of the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP), the global network comprising 153 science academies. This election reflects her longstanding commitment to advancing the interface between science, policy, and society. Prof. Koundouri’s research and professional activities focus on integrating quantitative tools, systems analysis, and policy …

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New FABLE Policy Brief: Fair Contributions to Reduce Global Agricultural Emissions

Food systems are central to the climate crisis, accounting for approximately one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions while being highly vulnerable to climate impacts. The latest FABLE Policy Brief (August 2025) introduces a framework to assess equitable contributions to agricultural emissions reductions by 2050, grounded in three principles of fairness: ability to pay, historical responsibility, …

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