Prospects for a green transition in the Ionian Islands
The Ionian Environment Foundation and the Green Tank, with the support of the Special Managing Authority of the Ionian Islands Region, organized an online discussion on the prospects of a green transition in the Ionian Islands in preparation for the new programming period 2021-2027.
Introductory webinars of the project “Learn-Participate-Protect the environment”
iSea and the Green Tank organize a series of webinars on the Climate Crisis, Biodiversity and the Pollution from plastics consecutively on Tuesday, November 23, 30 and December 7, 2021, at 16: 00-17: 30, online, as part of the project "Learn-Participate-Protect the environment", under the Active citizen fund.
Fossil gas is not a sustainable investment
A letter to the members of the Modernization Fund Investment Committee was ψο-signed by the Green Tank, along with the European Environmental Bureau, CEE Bankwatch Network, Bomiasto, CAN Europe and Friends of the Earth Bulgaria, requesting the rejection of funding for projects involving the use of fossil fuels.
European Funding 2021-2027: Towards a Green Transition in the Ionian Islands
The Green Tank and the Ionian Environment Foundation jointly emphasized the need to further enhance the green transition of the Region, a few days before the Ionian Islands Regional Program 2021-2027 was officially submitted to the European Commission.
NGOs call ahead of COP26
Europe needs an unparalleled rollout of wind and solar energy to avoid worsening climate breakdown, according to a call t.o action launched today by Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe.
European Funding 2021-2027: Make use of all the possibilities for a green transition in the South Aegean
The opportunity that the South Aegean Region has to further strengthen the green transition of its economy was jointly emphasized by Green Tank and Cyclades Preservation Fund (CPF), in the consultation for the Program Plan "South Aegean 2021-2027".
Fossil gas is not “green”
On the occasion of a study by the International Energy Agency, 150 NGOs and think tanks join their voices and co-sign a letter to the European Union institutions for the non-inclusion of fossil gas infrastructure in the sustainable ones.
Exploring the governance and social impact of the Evros Delta National Park
The Management Body of Evros Delta and Samothraki Protected Areas and the Green Tank, in collaboration with the International Institute for the Environment and Development (IIED) and the scientific oversight of the Universities of Warwick and Cambridge organized a workshop aimed at exploring issues of governance and social impacts of protected areas.
Trends in the Emissions Trading System in the EU and in Greece
Greece holds the third best EU climate performance in the sectors covered by the Emissions Trading System (ETS) according to a new analysis by the Green Tank – The drastic decline in lignite production plays crucial role – Industry emissions remain stable
Launch event for the new project “Learn-Participate-Protect the environment”
Launch event for the new project "Learn-Participate-Protect the environment", which is being implemented under the Active citizens fund in Greece by iSea and its partner The Green Tank.
We unite our voices for the protection of the natural environment
In view of the World Environment Day on 5 June 2021, 31 NGOs with recognized work in the conservation of the natural environment in Greece have co-signed a joint document together with corresponding number of pictures, one per organization.
Stop the expansion of fossil gas infrastructure
Their concerns regarding the proposal by 10 EU Member States to reintroduce fossil gas in the revised trans-European infrastructure energy (TEN-E) regulation, expressed 50 environmental NGOs and think tanks from these Member States in their joint letter.
Joint call for the protection of sharks in Greece
Following another incident of catching, selling and displaying a Great White Shark in Greece, NGOs issue a joint call to the Ministry of Rural Development and Food on the protection of the sharks in Greece.
Fine imposed for violation of environmental law on Elafonisos
A fine was imposed to a TV production company for violating the environmental legislation in the protected habitats of Elafonisos, following a complaint by environmental NGOs, including the Green Tank.
