Greece is set to transform its energy infrastructure with a 1 GW undersea power link connecting the mainland to the Dodecanese islands by 2027. The €1.42 billion project, led by the Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO), will replace costly diesel generators with renewable energy, enhancing grid stability and cutting carbon emissions. This interconnection is part of a broader plan to link all major Aegean islands to the mainland by 2030, paving the way for sustainable energy development in the region.
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Greek National Defence Minister Nikos Dendias attended a key meeting in Venice on Monday with defense ministers from the Adriatic and Ionian Initiative (ADRION). The gathering, hosted at the Institute of Military and Naval Studies, focused on enhancing regional cooperation and improving naval interoperability to tackle shared security challenges in the region. Greece, holding the presidency of the initiative until May 2025, is leading efforts to bolster defense collaboration among Adriatic and Ionian nations.
Perched upon a strategic hill overlooking the Albanian plains, the Acropolis of Apollonia offers a poignant glimpse into the enduring influence of Hellenic civilization. This archaeological treasure, situated near the modern city of Fier, marks the location of Apollonia of Illyria, a once-thriving Corinthian colony founded in the 6th century BCE. More than just a defensive stronghold, the Acropolis served as the cultural and religious heart of Apollonia.
A striking waterspout was captured off Zakynthos on Tuesday morning, following heavy rainfall. Filmed by local resident Stefanos Salmas, the waterspout formed around 7 a.m. and moved from the Adriatic Sea towards the strait between Kefalonia and Zakynthos. Though less powerful than a tornado, it reached wind speeds over 100 km/h before dissipating over land.
Attica Group is making waves with a commitment to green shipping. The company's €800 million deal will see the construction of up to four "E-Flexer" cruise ferries equipped with cutting-edge technology for reduced emissions, including quadruple fuel capability and renewable energy production.