On 17/09/2025, Prof. Phoebe Koundouri appeared on Mega TV News (National Greek Channel) to discuss the ever-increasing costs of climate change and their profound impact on every aspect of our lives. As Chair of the SDSN Global Climate Hub, Prof. Koundouri highlighted the Hub’s analysis showing that the costs of inaction are enormous, both globally […]
Forum on Vocational Excellence 2025 in Kolding, Denmark“Together we design the future” Between 10 and 12 September 2025, the Forum on Vocational Excellence 2025 was held in Kolding, Denmark, bringing together leading Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs), educators, researchers, and professionals to exchange insights on skills development, innovation, and collaboration in vocational education. Representing the
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On 16 September 2025, at the University of Cyprus in Nicosia, the first stakeholders’ workshop of the ERC Water Futures Limassol Multi-Actor Forum was jointly organised by the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), the KIOS Center of Excellence, the University of Cyprus, and the Limassol District Local Government Organization (EOAL). The workshop, titled
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
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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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
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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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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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
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,
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
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
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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On August 26–29, 2025, Prof. Ruslana Rachel Palatnik, Senior Researcher at AE4RIA – Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Αephoria, attended the XVIII EAAE Congress in Bonn, Germany, focused on Food System Transformation in Challenging Times. Prof. Palatnik contributed to the special session on Environmental Challenges in AgriFood Systems, which aimed to strengthen
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AE4RIA – the Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Aephoria – participated in the 64th ERSA Conference, held in Athens from 26–29 August 2025. This year’s congress, themed “Regional Science in Turbulent Times: In Search of a Resilient, Sustainable and Inclusive Future”, brought together leading researchers and policymakers from across the globe. On
On 11-13 August 2025, Senior Researcher Fivos Papadimitriou of AE4RIA – Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Αephoria – delivered an online presentation representing Professor Dr. Phoebe Koundouri. His presentation, titled “AI Regulation, the AGI Challenge and the Road to ASI” at the III Latin American WAAS Meeting “Democracy, Artificial Intelligence and Global
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The European Conference of the Society for Benefit-Cost Analysis (SBCA) will take place in Athens, Greece , on 27–28 November 2025. Hosted by the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) and its Research Laboratory on Socio-Economic and Environmental Sustainability (ReSEES), under the scientific direction of Professor Phoebe Koundouri, the conference will bring together researchers,
We are pleased to announce the collaboration with the Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization (GEIDCO) and the establishment of the GEIDCO National Committee in Greece. The Committee will be hosted by AE4RIA – the Alliance of Excellence for Research and Innovation on Aephoria – together with RESEES Research Laboratory at AUEB, the Sustainable
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Professor Phoebe Koundouri has been appointed Visiting Professor at the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge, and elected Senior Research Associate at Peterhouse, University of Cambridge. This recognition holds particular significance for Professor Koundouri, as Cambridge is her alma mater, where she pursued her MPhil and PhD in Economics. During her time at Cambridge,
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Athens, Greece | 27–28 November 2025Conference Website Hosted by Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) and its Research Laboratory RESEES, under the scientific direction of Prof. Phoebe Koundouri , the conference will bring together researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to explore how Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA) can drive effective, sustainable, and equitable policies. Call for Abstracts
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