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Global Protocol and Diplomatic Conference 2023

On 20th July 2023, Dr. Ebun Akinsete presented the SDSN Global Climate Hub at the Global Protocol and Diplomatic Conference. The event, themed “Accelerating Brand Transformation and Economic Growth in Delivering the SDGs 2030 Agenda,” took place at the Institute For Government, located at 2 Carlton Gardens, London, and online. You can watch the video […]

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Webinar “Developing Systemic Solutions for Climate Adaptation and Mitigation through Multi-Stakeholder Approaches”

The Sustainable Development Solutions Network, in collaboration with the United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development, successfully organized an online webinar on July 17th. The webinar titled “Developing Systemic Solutions for Climate Adaptation and Mitigation through Multi-Stakeholder Approaches” delved into the significance of multi-stakeholder alliances in driving systemic transformations for the long-term resilience

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Press Release: AE4RIA’s participation in EAERE 2023 Conference

We are thrilled to share AE4RIA’s participation in EAERE 2023    Message from Prof. Phoebe Koundouri: Dear colleagues, As President of the European Association of Environmental and Resource Economists (EAERE) and Chair of the World Council of Environmental and Resource Economists Associations (WCEREA), I am thrilled with the success of our EAERE2023 annual conference, held

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Professor Koundouri’s Lecture on Transitioning from Multi-Crisis to Sustainability | National School of Public Administration and Local Government ESDDA

On Wednesday, July 12th, Professor Koundouri was invited to give a lecture to students of the “Environment and Rural Development” department at the prestigious National School of Public Administration and Local Government (ESDDA). ESDDA is the educational unit of the National Centre of Public Administration and Local Government with the mission of creating a body

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Webinar: Challenges of female entrepreneurs and researchers

On Wednesday 12th of July, a webinar focusing on the “Challenges of female entrepreneurs and researchers “organized by the European Centre for Women and Technology (ECWT) took place virtually. The webinar covered the challenges that female entrepreneurs face and how to overcome them, as well as the lessons learned from the MENA Maritime Accelerator, which

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Launch of SDSN Europe Report of the Senior Working Group on the European Green Deal

On 29th June, the SDSN Senior Working Group on European Green Deal, led by Prof. Phoebe Koundouri and Prof. Jeffrey Sachs,  introduced the 3rd Annual Report titled “Transforming Our World: Interdisciplinary Insights on the Sustainable Development Goals” This report builds upon the previous findings and insights from our earlier reports, namely “Transformations for the Joint

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SDSN’s Webinar I of the UNSSC-UNOPS Sustainable Development Leadership Program

On July 5th, 2023, the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) hosted an interactive webinar of the SDG Leadership Programme. This program was a joint effort between the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) and the United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC) with the aim of empowering and equipping its leaders with the necessary knowledge

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EAERE DEI Initiative Thematic Session: “Inclusion and Diversity from different dimensions – Gender, Ethnicity, Geography and Sexual Orientation”

During the EAERE 2023 Conference in Cyprus, the Executive Committee of the EAERE Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiative organized a thematic session titled “Inclusion and Diversity from different dimensions – Gender, Ethnicity, Geography, and Sexual Orientation.” The session aimed to address the ongoing discussions and deliberations surrounding gender and diversity in contemporary discourse, particularly within

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INTELCOMP Project: Technical Meeting in Athens

On Thursday, July 6th, 2023, a technical meeting was conducted as part of the H2020 INTELCOMP project. The primary objective of this meeting was to facilitate discussions concerning the project’s development and to ensure better alignment of the progress within the Work Packages. Ms Lydia Papadaki, researcher, ATHENA RC, presented the corresponding survey intended for

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Commencement of the Aristotle–Confucius Symposium on Ethics for the 21st Century

The “Aristotle–Confucius Symposium on Ethics for the 21st Century” commenced yesterday at the prestigious Academy of Athens, sparking profound intellectual conversations and igniting the flame of global change! Professor Christos Zerefos, the General Secretary of the Academy, delivered captivating opening remarks that set the tone for this remarkable event. Professor Phoebe Koundouri warmly welcomed the

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NAVGREEN project Kick-Off Meeting

NAVGREEN project aims to improve the maritime industry’s environmental impact. The program will focus on several key areas: developing alternatives to traditional fuels, improving energy efficiency in ships and ports, using new digital technologies to better manage operations, and encouraging recycling and the use of biofuels. Through this program, we aim to make shipping more

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STARTAB 4-day Entrepreneurship Seminar

Following the Memorandum of Understanding with CORALLIA unit, on Monday 26th of June, and Wednesday 19th of July, the STARTAB 4-day Entrepreneurship Seminar took place virtually. Lydia Papadaki (Researcher, ATHENA RC) introduced the participants to climate change, sustainability concepts, including the SDGs, Circular Economy basic concepts, and the role of innovation in this transition and

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“Green Energy, Energy Savings, Energy Communities” | second seminar of the MENA Maritime Accelerator

On 29th of June 2023, the second seminar of the MENA Maritime Accelerator on “Green Energy, Energy Savings, Energy Communities”, took place virtually and aimed to introduce representatives of Port Organizations and Municipal Port Funds, as well as marina managers in Greece to the basic principles of green energy, energy saving, energy communities, challenges and

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“Fraternal Economy of Integral and Sustainable Development” workshop on Reform of the Global Financial Architecture | Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences

The “Reform of the Global Financial Architecture” workshop, held on  26-27 June 2023,  was part of the series of workshops on “The Fraternal Economy of Integral and Sustainable Development.” This event was held at the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences, founded by John Paul II in January 1994 through the Motu Proprio “Socialum Scientiarum.” The

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Kick-off meeting of the project BuildSkills Academy

From the 26th and 28th June, 2023, the kick-off meeting of the project “Academy for Transitional Skills in the Built Environment” (BuildSkills Academy), financed under the Erasmus+ Programme, Centres of Vocational Excellence call, co-financed by the European Union took place in Sofia, Bulgaria. The project officially started on the 1st of June, 2023 with a

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CEIS “Circular Economy Innovation & Skills” Summer School 2023

The second year of the CEIS “Circular Economy Innovation & Skills” Summer School 2023 started. The course will be comprised of two parts: The first part was held at a distance from the 19th of June until the 9th of July and the second part will be held in presence in Ferrara from the 4th of September

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Marta Garcia Haro’s Visit to SDSN Greece | June 2023

From June 15th to 16th, we had the pleasure of hosting Marta Garcia Haro, Senior Manager of the Networks Program at SDSN and Focal Point of SDSN Greece. Marta’s visit was filled with productive meetings, insightful discussions, and fruitful collaborations. During her visit, Marta visited the three hosting institutions of SDSN Greece: the Athens University

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56th International Conference: Futura Colloquia | Piancogno, Italy

During the 56th International Conference: Futura Colloquia held in Piancogno, Italy, on Friday, June 9th, Professor Phoebe Koundouri gave a speech titled “Escaping the Multi-crisis: Paving the way for the Implementation of Sustainability.” This event was part of the I.S.E.O. Summer School, which was organized by the IS.E.O. institute in collaboration with the Camera di

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Green Fiscal Policy Strategy Workshop, Oxford University | 19-20 June 

On the 19th and 20th of June, Professor Phoebe Koundouri attended the Green Fiscal Policy Strategy Workshop held at Oxford University. The meetings brought together high-level participants, including Deputy Ministers, Heads of Fiscal Policy, and green policy advisors from 12 nations. Moreover, the gatherings featured the participation of 16 researchers from leading academic institutions and

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