Conservation of the island wetlands of Greece: from obscurity to international recognition
Tuesday, 01 December 2015
Twelve years ago, the island wetlands of Greece were largely unknown and practically unprotected, thus facing immediate threats that could lead to their permanent loss. Today, following a WWF Greece project spanning many years, more than 800 island wetlands have been inventoried, their importance is widely recognized and the protection of most is secured. At the same time, the prospect of a similar Mediterranean project is closer than ever.
Greece: 90% “NO” to Lignite
Monday, 23 November 2015
9 out of 10 citizens believe that the Public Power Corporation (PPC) should shift to clean energy, while only 7% prefer lignite for electricity production, according to a nationwide survey presented today by WWF Greece.
Two Greek governments, same disregard for the environment and sustainability
Wednesday, 07 October 2015
Two consecutive governments share the same disregard for Greece’s environment and the potential for the development of a sustainable economy. Dramatic increase in EU environmental law infringement cases, new rulings by the Court of Justice of the European Union, and paralysis of the national parks, are the main features of a disappointing year filled with environmental deficit.
A wildfire threatens the home of the loggerhead turtle!
Thursday, 06 August 2015
A fire that recently broke out in the area of the Zakynthos marine protected area threatened the home of the loggerhead turtle. Sekania is the single most important beach for turtle-nesting in the entire Mediterranean.
Reality surpasses Ptolemaida V. Will PPC insist?
Friday, 31 July 2015
In these particular economic circumstances, it is completely irrational for any publically-owned company to disburse 400 million euros for a project that is economically non-viable. Insisting on the construction of Ptolemaida V will entrap Greece into an outdated energy model at a time when the recent technological leaps render clean energy a cost-competitive basis for the reconstruction of the country’s production.
Unknown Mediterranean hotspots recognised by Ramsar wetlands convention
Thursday, 11 June 2015
An important initiative of Greece leads to the adoption of a resolution for the “Conservation of Mediterranean Basin island wetlands”
Lignite or cheaper and clean energy?
Wednesday, 11 March 2015
Today WWF Greece launches a new report demonstrating that there is no dilemma in choosing between the planned lignite plant Ptolemaida V and hybrid RES and pumped hydro energy storage systems (PHES). According to the economic and technical assessment performed in the report, the latter prove to be not only cleaner, but more profitable as well.
Council of Europe urges Greece to stop plans to destroy Southern Kyparissia Bay
Tuesday, 09 December 2014
The Standing Committee of the Bern Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats adopted a Recommendation at its annual meeting last week, urging Greece to prevent habitat deterioration and ensure improved protection of Southern Kyparissia Bay. Indicative of the strong European reaction is the call for a permanent construction ban in the area.
Greece going into deep environmental recession
Monday, 15 September 2014
Today, WWF Greece announced its tenth annual review of Greece’s environmental laws and policies. The period covered by this year's report (July 2013 -June 2014), documents the culmination of a systematic process of dismantling Greece’s already poor environmental acquis.
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