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12/06/2024
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NaTour4CChange at the Sun&Blue Congress in Almeria, Spain

12/06/2024

During the congress, the project team joined key sessions on sustainable maritime and cultural tourism, climate adaptation in tourism, and capacity building for policy integration. The consortium also hosted a private session, where regional partners explored tools and shared good practices for developing Climate Action Plans. The event concluded with a field visit to the breathtaking Cabo de Gata – Nijar Natural Park, the only place in Europe climatically classified as a hot desert (Bwh in Köppen’s classification) showcasing the region's unique environment and highlighting the...

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10/18/2024
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The Secondment of Guilherme from Instituto Superior Tecnico of Lisboa

10/18/2024

A key aspect of the TOPIO project, in which HSPN (Hellenic Society for the Protection of Nature) participates under the HORIZON MSCA program, is the secondment of researchers and staff to different partners and countries. Within this framework, we had the great pleasure of hosting Guillherme Saad Simenes, a PhD candidate from Instituto Superior Técnico (and a member of the CiTUA - Territory, Urbanism, and Architecture research and innovation center) at the University of Lisbon, over the past few weeks. Focusing on participatory design and the sociological dimensions of...

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8/08/2024
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The Blueprint for Tourism Climate Action Plans

8/08/2024

A guide for Climate Change in Tourism. For the Mediterranean and the whole world Home to over half a billion people, the Mediterranean is the world's primary tourist destination, attracting millions of international tourists every year. However, climate change puts every activity at risk. The recently published "Blueprint for Tourism Climate Action Plans" is a comprehensive guide designed for Regional Authorities and Destination Management Organizations (DMOs). Its aim is to offer clear, adaptable guidance and to develop a coherent strategy to address the pressing challenges of climate...

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5/10/2024
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Exploring Alyki: A Deep Dive into the Rich Biodiversity of Wetlands

5/10/2024

National and International competition of the YRE Programme 2024 Participation of the 2nd General High School of Aigio in the category Article, from the age group 15-18 years old, with the title "Exploring Alyki: A Deep Dive into the Rich Biodiversity of Wetlands" Alyki serves as a protected habitat for diverse flora and fauna, including endangered species. By preserving it we contribute to the conservation of terrestrial biodiversity. The health of Alyki’s ecosystem is interconnected with the marine environment of the Corinthian Gulf. Protecting the wetlands helps maintain water...

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5/09/2024
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Loneliness after the fire and the hope of regeneration

5/09/2024

National and International competition of the YRE Programme 2024 Participation of the 1st Special Primary School of Acharnon in the category Photo Reportage, from the age group 11-14 years old, with the title "Loneliness after the fire and the hope of regeneration" Forest disasters have serious effects on oxygen production and air quality. During a forest disaster, fires release huge amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. In addition, the loss of forested areas reduces the environment's ability to absorb carbon dioxide. This contributes to the increase of greenhouse gas in the...

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5/09/2024
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POSIDONIA OCEANICA

5/09/2024

National and International competition of the YRE Programme 2024 Participation of the PSYCHICO COLLEGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in the category Video Campaign, from the age group 11-14 years old, with the title "POSIDONIA OCEANICA". Posidonia is one of the most important carbon sinks on the planet and it contributes to the health of the ocean waters, the sea life, the beaches and the air. This directly affects the well-being and health of humans and other living beings, and it protects nd restores ocean ecosystems. Also, it helps with the quality of life of the people who live in the...

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5/09/2024
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PLANT A TREE–MAKE YOUR SHADE FOR THE FUTURE

5/09/2024

National and International competition of the YRE Programme 2024 Participation of the Athens College – Elementary School in the category PhotoReportage 3-5 photos, from the age group 11-14 years old, with the title "Plant a Tree – Make Your Shade for the Future"Plant a Tree – Make Your Shade for the Future". "Our goal is to raise awareness on the connection between forest fires and climate change, as well as to encourage people to act in favor of reversing climate change by planting more and more...

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5/09/2024
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The glory of the wind / From Aeolus to Icarus

5/09/2024

National and International competition of the YRE Programme 2024 Participation of the Special School of Education (EEEEK) of Agios Nikolaos and High School of Tzermiadon in the categories 1. Single Photo Reportage, from the age group 15-18 years old, with the title "The glory of the wind". 2. Video Campaign from the age group 15-18 years old, with the title "From Aeolus to Icarus". "We believe that the reconstruction of the windmills on the Lasithi Plateau will help both the environment and its residents. Crops will be irrigated at no cost, since they will use wind energy....

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2/06/2024
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World Wetlands Day 2024: Trichonis, a “sea” of natural wealth in the heart of Aetoloakarnania

2/06/2024

On the World Wetlands Day 2024, we travel mentally to Aetoloakarnania. With two major rivers, Acheloos and Evinos, running through it, two of the most important lagoons in Greece (those of Messolonghi and Aetoliko), four large artificial and six natural lakes and bordering the Amvrakikos Gulf wetland complex, Aetoloakarnania is the "queen" of wetlands in Greece. In the heart of this area lies Trichonis, the largest and deepest natural lake in Greece, with an area of 95.8km2, a maximum length of 21.5km and a maximum depth of 59m. The lake is home to many important species of flora and...

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1/24/2024
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A short lesson on Bioeconomy at the Bodossaki Elementary School

1/24/2024

On December 15, 2023, the Educational and the European Projects teams of the HSPN enjoyed the most wonderful company. The Athens College Bodossaki Elementary School hosted the “Hands-on Labs” action within the framework of the European Project GenB. More than 300 students of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd elementary classes participated in a series of experimental and artistic activities revolved around bioeconomy and the use of sustainable materials and energy. Together with the children we met our little heroin, Rita, a 1st elementary class student who loves nature, plants, animals, and...

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