We are thrilled to announce a major achievement in our Erasmus BuildSkills Academy project — the official launch of the BuildSkills Platform (BSP)! The BSP was fully designed and developed by our team at Athens University of Economics and Business — Eleni Toli, Panagiota Koltsida, Ebun Akinsete (PhD), and Stavroula Samara (BSc, M.A.) — under …
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AE4RIA actively followed the 2 weeks scientific advancement and policy commitments for a healthy ocean in Nice, from networking to promoting the research findings and latest initiatives from the AE4RIA teams ranging from pathways for a sustainable blue economy (BRIDGE-BS project), to DST for zero-net emissions in the shipping sector (GCH shipping maritime tool), maritime …
On 18 June 2025, Professor Phoebe Koundouri had the pleasure of speaking today at the Energy Transition Summit: East Med & Southeast Europe, co-hosted by the Financial Times and Kathimerini at the Four Seasons Astir Palace in Athens. During the panel discussion “Scaling Green Hydrogen Production and Usage,” moderated by Simon Mundy (Financial Times) and …
Just wrapped up the ERC Grants Workshop: Advancing Frontier Research in Environmental Economics at EAERE 2025 — a vibrant session dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge research funded by the European Research Council (ERC). In her capacity as Ambassador for the ERC and ERC Synergy Grantee for the Water Futures project, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri is proud to …
Greece’s Attica region, facing severe climate risks due to urbanization and economic pressures, is pioneering a model for integrating climate adaptation into regional development through the Partnerships for Regional Innovation (PRI) initiative. This effort connects innovation, sustainable economic growth, and resilience-building, aiming to serve as a blueprint for other climate-vulnerable European regions. Key Elements: Strategic …
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On May 28th, as part of the EPIGIS V initiative, a dynamic workshop was held at the Ilis Congress Center, Aldemar Olympian Village. The event brought together students from the School of Agriculture at the University of Patras, academics, and key stakeholders from the agri-food sector. The workshop focused on key sustainability challenges and solutions …
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9th Seminar on 11/06/2025. 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 …
On June 5 and 6, in celebration of World Environment Day, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri had the honour of delivering a keynote address at the Plenary Session of the 2nd International Conference – Renaissance in Economics: Manifesto for a New Economy, hosted by the Department of Economics and Management at the Università degli Studi di Firenze. …
For World Environment Day, INDUSTRY Manufacturing BOUSSIAS features an article by Prof. Phoebe Koundouri, titled “Unified Action and Holistic Strategies for the Climate Crisis.” Prof. Koundouri presents findings on how fragmented policies in energy, agriculture, and water management undermine Greece’s 2050 climate goals. Her research emphasizes the need for coordinated, integrated strategies to support a …
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On 07 June 2025, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri was featured in an interview on ANT1’s program “Brave New Greece” with journalist Pepi Tyligadi. The full interview is available to watch here. During the discussion, Prof. Koundouri emphasized that the circular economy is not only an environmental necessity but also a strategic economic priority. She highlighted its …
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On May 18 and 19, Dr. Theo Benos represented the AE4RIA network at the inaugural “Delphi Forum Slemani”, held in Sulaymaniyah (Slemani), in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. This event, which was overseen by Mr. Qubad Talabani, the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, and the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, served as a …
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Greece’s leafy suburb of Kifissia, often seen as a climate haven due to its greenery, faces growing environmental and urban challenges that threaten its resilience. Despite having slightly above the WHO minimum green space per resident, much of it is private and inaccessible. Urban issues like traffic congestion, pollution, fragmented roads, and insufficient public transport …
8th Seminar on 10/06/2025. 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 …
On 29 May 2025, Professor Dr. Phoebe Koundouri participated in a pivotal session titled “Highlighting Environmental, Social and Economic Impacts of Natural Catastrophes” at the NatCat Summit, held at the Megaron Athens International Conference Centre. In her address, Professor Koundouri delivered profound insights into the complex and interconnected challenges posed by climate change, highlighting the …
Prof. Phoebe Koundouri is honored to be featured in the National Herald of New York (Ethnikos Kirikas & The National Herald Inc.), discussing the global environmental stakes of the ongoing U.S.–China rivalry — the world’s two largest polluters. In the interview, Prof. Koundouri explores how the policy choices of these two nations shape the future …
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On 28 May 2025, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri spoke at the UniCredit Longevity Economic Forum in Milan, alongside Nobel Laureates in Economic Sciences Robert C. Merton and Michael Spence, as part of a distinguished discussion on the economic, social, and institutional dimensions of longevity. In her presentation on “SDGs-Based Transformation to Support Longevity,” Prof. Koundouri shared …
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ERC Grants Workshop: Advancing Frontier Research in Environmental Economics EAERE 2025 – Bergen, Norway Tuesday, 17 June 2025 13:00 – 14:00 CEST Hybrid Description: This workshop brings together current and former European Research Council (ERC) grantees specializing in environmental and resource economics to present pioneering research funded by the ERC. Featuring concise presentations and an …
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On Monday, 19th of May, we organised our second participatory workshop on the future of the Alonissos-Northern Sporades Marine Park, bringing together a dynamic group of stakeholders to co-create a vision and discuss socioeconomic insights. We kicked off with a warm welcome over coffee, followed by insightful presentations from Dr. Conrad Landis and Ms. Lydia …
This week, (12-14 May 2025), AE4RIA – Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Αephoria researchers from Resees, Research Laboratory AUEB – Athens University of Economics and Business, and the Sustainable Development Unit – ATHENA RC actively participated in the Regional Growth Conference 2025, contributing to vital discussions on sustainable regional development, climate resilience, …
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