Project summary: In REROOTED 6 frontrunner local communities, scientists from the SSH and land use planning and a leading EU association of local action groups cooperate. The project brings together research outputs from e.g. past EU and Japanese projects on demographic change, drivers and impacts in a socio-spatial typology for the EU. Foresight adds insight […]
Project summary: EMSO EVOLVE positions EMSO ERIC to become Europe’s leading long-term ocean-observing body by 2035, moving from single-site observation to basin-scale observation and towards service-oriented operations. Its mission is sustained observation and analysis of Essential Ocean Variables from the seabed and along the water column. The strategy rests on five goals: improve sustainability and
The Athens Climate Hub is a collaborative initiative between AE4RIA – Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Αephoria, led by Professor Phoebe Koundouri, and the Global Shapers Athens Hub, with Argyri Dimitrakopoulou as Co-Lead. The Hub is part of the global network of The Climate Reality Project, an international initiative founded by former
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On Wednesday, May 27, Professor Phoebe Koundouri presented the Erasmus+ EXCEED – Excellence in Green and Digital Manufacturing Programme to students of the MSc in International Shipping, Finance and Management (ISFM) at the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). During the presentation, Professor Koundouri introduced the programme’s flagship training initiative, “Decarbonization Expert in the
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Urban water systems are no longer viewed solely as public utilities. Today, they are fundamental to climate resilience, public health, social equity and sustainable urban development. In a new article published in SDG Action, co-authored by Phoebe Koundouri, Angelos Alamanos, Anni Triantafyllidou and Ioannis Arampatzidis, the authors examine how cities can ensure safe, affordable and
ISSIDA-LL — Innovative Systems for Sustainable Development & Action Living Lab is an open innovation ecosystem, coordinated by the Athena Research Center and AE4RIA – Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Aephoria. ISSIDA-LL supports data-driven sustainability, digital transformation, and systemic transitions towards green and inclusive growth. It works with businesses, SMEs, municipalities, public
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In a recent interview on NAFTEMPORIKI TV on 24 April, Professor Phoebe Koundouri discussed how ongoing geopolitical tensions, combined with a global economic slowdown, are shaping energy markets and economic stability in Europe. She highlighted that Europe’s dependence on imported oil and gas makes it highly vulnerable to global price fluctuations, which effectively act as
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The European Climate Pact is an initiative of the European Commission that brings together citizens, communities, institutions, and organisations to support the goals of the European Green Deal and Europe’s transition towards climate neutrality by 2050. The Pact is an open and inclusive movement that aims to raise awareness, share knowledge, and inspire collective climate
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The Pact for Skills is a flagship initiative of the European Skills Agenda, launched by the European Commission to support upskilling and reskilling across Europe. The initiative brings together organisations from the public and private sectors — including companies, research institutions, governments, training providers, social partners, public authorities, and civil society — to strengthen lifelong
We are pleased to share the AE4RIA Annual Activity Report for 2025. As one of the world’s leading sustainability-focused research networks, AE4RIA remains dedicated to providing science-based solutions that drive the global transition toward sustainable interactions between nature, society, and the economy. This Report provides a comprehensive overview of our 2025 milestones, including research achievements,
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The Municipality of Penteli, located in northern Athens, is a suburban municipality that combines urban neighbourhoods with important natural assets, including Penteli Mountain and extensive forest areas. With a strong environmental profile, Penteli is increasingly focusing on climate resilience, sustainable urban planning, and community engagement as it advances its transition towards climate neutrality. Penteli participated
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The Ages of Globalization (AoG) is a free, interdisciplinary online educational initiative developed by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) in collaboration with Columbia University. Designed for learners aged 14 and above, the course explores the historical roots of today’s global challenges through seven distinct ages of human history, combining world history, science, and
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Course Title: SDGAcademyX: Sustainable Food Systems: A Mediterranean Perspective Description: This course explores the challenges and opportunities of agriculture and food systems in the Mediterranean region, one of the world’s most biodiverse and culturally rich areas. Focusing on sustainability from landscape to table, the course examines environmental, social, economic, and nutritional dimensions of Mediterranean food
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We are pleased to share the final highlights of the year, capturing our activities during November and December 2025. These closing months reflect the strong collaboration, dedication, and shared vision that continue to guide and strengthen our work. As we conclude another year of global impact, we are reminded of the common purpose that underpins
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In her latest interview with Naftemporiki TV on 29/12/2025, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri discusses Europe’s shift towards increased defence spending and the broader economic, social, and geopolitical implications of this transition. While security has become a central priority, she emphasises that Europe’s long-term resilience depends on sustained investment in productivity, climate resilience, the green and digital transitions,
At COP30 (Belém, Brazil | 10–21 November 2025), AE4RIA – Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Αephoria, in close collaboration with the UNFCCC Global Innovation Hub (UGIH) and the SDSN Global Climate Hub, contributed to high-level dialogues advancing science-based, systems-driven climate action, innovation, digital transformation, and just transitions. AE4RIA & UGIH COP30 Dialogues
Cairo, Egypt — Prof. Phoebe Koundouri participated in the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) 2025 Triennial Conference and General Assembly, hosted by the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (8–10 December). The conference brought together over 160 participants from 68 countries, reflecting the global reach of the IAP community and the depth of expertise shaping discussions at
Athens Science Festival 2025 | 18–21 December 2025 Our team was present at the Athens Science Festival 2025, at the booth of the Athena Research Center, participating in Greece’s largest celebration of science and innovation. During the festival, Dr. Dr. Fivos Papadimitriou, Senior Researcher at AE4RIA, presented the work and mission of AE4RIA – Alliance
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A new methodological paper entitled “Catalysing Business Transformation: Leading Sustainable Development via Research Collaboration and Course Development” has been published in Open Research Europe and is available at: https://open-research-europe.ec.europa.eu/articles/5-376 The paper presents a competencies-gap analysis framework that underpins the design of 70 specialised, modular courses developed within the EU-funded CATALYST project. The framework aligns education,
On 13 December 2025, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri participated in an interview on MEGA News Cosmos addressing why 2025 is shaping up to be one of the warmest years ever recorded and the implications this holds for societies and economies. Drawing on the latest findings from the Copernicus Climate Change Service, the discussion highlighted that 2025
