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ERT News Interview: From Drought to Flood – Professor Phoebe Koundouri Calls for Proactive Climate Strategies

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On 26 July 2025, in an interview with ERT News, Professor Phoebe Koundouri addressed the pressing issue of Greece’s recurring cycle of severe droughts followed by destructive floods. She explained how this pattern is exacerbated by the combined effects of climate change, degraded landscapes, and insufficient infrastructure. Professor Koundouri emphasised that while effective scientific solutions …

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July Internship Program with Cambridge and Oxford Students at AE4RIA

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Throughout July, our team had the pleasure of hosting five exceptional undergraduate and postgraduate students from the Department of Earth Sciences at Cambridge University and the University of Oxford, Department of Physics. Over the month, the interns collaborated with our team at the Research Laboratory, Athens University of Economics and Business, and the Sustainable Development Unit …

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Regional Green Economy Forum (RGEF) 2025 | Tangier, Morocco

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The Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Aephoria (AE4RIA) actively participated in the Regional Green Economy Forum (RGEF) 2025, held on 24 and 25 July in Tangier, Morocco. This leading regional initiative convenes policymakers, thought leaders, and innovators committed to accelerating the transition of cities toward carbon neutrality. Representing AE4RIA, Dr. Ioannis Arampatzidis …

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AUEB in ΤΟ ΒΗΜΑ on U.S. Tariffs: Prof. Phoebe Koundouri’s Analysis

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Athens University of Economics and Business was prominently featured in the national press outlet ΤΟ ΒΗΜΑ regarding the United States tariff policies. Prof. Phoebe Koundouri extends special thanks to her colleague Spyros Blavoukos for the editorial invitation. She expresses her ongoing honor to be included among distinguished colleagues: Pantelis Kammas, Karydis Georges, Margarita Katsimi, George …

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Day 3 of the World Academy of Art and Science (WAAS@65) Conference

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On the third day (23/07/2025) of the World Academy of Art and Science WAAS@65 Conference, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri moderated a high-level session titled “Strategies to Address Job Security and Economic Inequality.” In her opening remarks, Prof. Koundouri emphasized that growing job insecurity, widening economic inequality, and AI-driven technological disruptions pose serious threats to human security …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri Discusses the Global Economic Impact of U.S. Tariffs in Liberal – Φιλελεύθερος Εκδοτική Α.Ε.

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri recently gave an interview to Liberal – Φιλελεύθερος Εκδοτική Α.Ε. on a challenging yet highly significant topic: U.S. tariffs and their wider economic implications. She is grateful for the opportunity to contribute to public understanding of such a complex issue. Prof. Koundouri extends her sincere thanks to journalist Alexandros Velmachos for the …

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Day 2 of the World Academy of Art and Science (WAAS@65) Conference

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On the second day (22/07/2025) of the World Academy of Art and Science WAAS@65 Conference, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri had the honour of chairing Panel 6A: Planetary Consensus for Addressing the Challenges of Climate Change. The panel explored comprehensive strategies to address the climate crisis within the broader context of interconnected global challenges, including biodiversity loss, …

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International Conference on Sustainable Cities Panel: Climate Science to Urban Resilience – Integrating Modeling, Energy Systems, and Infrastructure for Future-Proof Cities

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Moderated by Dr. Evangelos Gerasopoulos, Vice President of the National Observatory of Athens, this panel examined the critical need for alignment between climate science, infrastructure, energy, finance, and citizen behavior to foster resilient, inclusive, and sustainable urban environments. Mauricio Rodas, former Mayor of Quito and Secretary of the SDSN Global Commission, highlighted the significant financing …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri Contributes to the Closing Plenary Session of the WAAS @65 Conference

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On 24/07/2025, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri contributed to the Closing Plenary Session of the World Academy of Art and Science (WAAS) @65 Conference. The session reflected on the key lessons emerging from this milestone gathering and considered the Academy’s future role in addressing the world’s most pressing challenges. In her remarks, Prof. Koundouri emphasized that the …

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Opening Session Highlights International Conference on Sustainable Cities

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June 27, 2025 | Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) The 2025 International Conference on Sustainable Cities opened with a thought-provoking session that brought together leading scholars and international experts to address the urgent challenges of sustainable and climate-resilient urban development. Professor Dr. Phoebe Koundouri (Athens University of Economics and Business & University of …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri Speaks at WAAS@65 Conference – Day 3 World Academy of Art and Science

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On 23/07/2025 Prof. Phoebe Koundouri  was honored to speak at an interdisciplinary session examining war and peace through the lenses of sustainability, diplomacy, ecosystems, and governance. The panel, titled “War and Peace – Issues of Thought and Analysis,” was moderated by Dr. Luci Attala, Anthropologist and Deputy Executive Director of the UNESCO-MOST BRIDGES Coalition, and …

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AE4RIA Research Seminar: Bridging Methods for Sustainable Futures: Integrating Living Labs, Experimental Economics, and Innovation Frameworks

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11th Seminar on 30/07/2025. The AE4RIA Research Seminar Series, a webinar organised by Resees, Research Laboratory AUEB and Sustainable Development Unit – ATHENA RC, hosted by Prof. Dr. Phoebe Koundouri. This series is dedicated to exploring cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Economic, Social, and Natural Systems. Bringing together leading academics, each seminar aims to address pressing global challenges …

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Day 1 of the World Academy of Art and Science (WAAS) @65 Conference: Advancing Global Solutions for the UN Sustainable Development Goals

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The first day of the WAAS@65 Conference  (21/07/2025)  began with a compelling, solution-oriented panel discussion titled “Global Solutions to Raise the World’s Platform – The UN SDGs,” moderated by Prof. Phoebe Koundouri. The panel explored the critical importance of accelerating progress on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a means of addressing rising …

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Presentation at the 2nd International Sociohydrology Conference, Tokyo

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On Monday, 21 July, Lydia Papadaki delivered a presentation at the 2nd International Sociohydrology Conference in Tokyo. The presentation formed part of Session 46: Transdisciplinary Waters: Experimentations, Living Laboratories, and Collective Stewardship, under Theme 3: Pluralising Water Knowledge. Her talk, entitled “Integrating Living Laboratories and Experimental Economics in Water Resource Management”, was co-authored with Dr. …

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July Meeting at the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences

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On 28/07/2025, the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences hosted a gathering convened by Professor Jeffrey Sachs under the Fraternal Economy Program. The meeting brought together diverse voices from across the world to reflect on the urgent need for a renewed, ethical multilateralism. At a moment marked by global division and escalating crises, participants reaffirmed the …

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Advancing Global Climate Innovation: AE4RIA at the 14th Systemic Innovation Workshop

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Dr. Conrad Landis and Ms. Lydia Papadaki, researchers at the Athens University of Economics and Business, recently participated in the 14th Systemic Innovation Workshop organized by the UN Climate Change Global Innovation Hub in Pohang, Republic of Korea, held on July 3–4, 2025. Additionally, Professor Dr. Phoebe Koundouri delivered a keynote address virtually on the …

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Rethinking energy security in a net-zero world

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As the world accelerates toward a cleaner energy future, ensuring energy security remains a complex challenge. A severe blackout in Spain and Portugal in April 2025 exposed critical vulnerabilities tied to intermittent renewable energy, aging grid infrastructure, and insufficient contingency planning. Energy security—defined by the United Nations as the continuous availability of affordable energy—hinges on …

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Keynote Address by Professor Phoebe Koundouri on the Green Transition and European Competitiveness

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Professor Phoebe Koundouri delivered a keynote address at the event “The Clock is Ticking Green: Environment, Competitiveness, Clean and Circular Economy,” organized by the EU Youth Hub and Europe Direct ELIAMEP Attikis. In her address, Professor Koundouri emphasized the urgency of accelerating the green transition as a key pathway toward building a more competitive, clean, …

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Professor Phoebe Koundouri Analyzes the Global Impact of Trump’s Tariff Policy in OPA News

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An article by Professor Phoebe Koundouri in OPA News, the official newspaper of the Athens University of Economics and Business, published in collaboration with TO VIMA, explores: “The Real Risks of Trump’s Tariffs.” Professor Koundouri analyzes the Trump administration’s tariff policy and highlights the significant economic and social risks it poses — both for the …

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri Analyzes the Economic Impact of the Middle East Crisis on Greece and Beyond

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Prof. Phoebe Koundouri’s latest article in Voice Business & Politics News examines the economic consequences of the Middle East crisis, with particular focus on the Israel–Iran conflict and its global ripple effects. The article highlights the impact on key sectors in Greece, such as shipping and tourism, which are experiencing increased fuel and insurance costs, …

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