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For our last check-in from our stay in Astypalea, we are bringing you a voice from the community! 🌿 Talking with us was Lambrini Grigori, a born and raised Astypalean and the Dean of Astypalea's Gymnasium. Like many islanders, she has spent the majority of her life in the community, with the exception of her university studies. Lamrini shared that, as with most novelties, people were skeptical at first about projects related to sustainability and e-mobility. However, external stakeholders and the local government ensured that the people were well informed about what was going on. 🤔 Reflecting on the introduction of e-mobility to Astypalea, she said: "This was a chance to show that although we are a small island and far apart from central Greece, we can become a role model. They explained to the people what this project is about, which helped us understand what it could bring to the island. Of course, we are a very small place, so we need to be very aware of the progress made because we want to maintain our traditional character, our picturesque island—we don't want this to change." 🔹️We believe that energy transition must be an inclusive process, not only a just one. This also means addressing concerns and working towards a shared vision - and that is why communities deserve a spotlight of their own. We are grateful to Lamrini for helping us voice this vision for EcoIslands! #ecoislands #sustainability #emobility #localgovernment #energydemocracy #fes4et #inclusivetransition

My Newest Blog Post: Why You Can't Go to Norway Without Stopping in Ålesund. This is my favorite city in Norway. It's big enough and close enough to so many things to do, it has to be on any Norway itinerary.  Want to know more about what makes this city fantastic? Click on the link. https://lnkd.in/eEnbEhJP

A forest path around a 700 year old Oak tree in Northern Poland. The surface of the path is reinforced with Stella Green grids and perfectly combined with the environment. Here we can admire the harmony of a modern ecological solution blending in with the old untouched nature. 

🌿🚲CIVINET Greece-Cyprus, in collaboration with the University of the Aegean has released a comprehensive guide titled “Sustainable Island Mobility Plan: How to prepare a SIMP for a small or medium-sized Greek island.” This guide, funded by #CIVITAS's ELEVATE and MUSE projects, under the #HorizonEurope programme, provides tailored recommendations for developing effective Sustainable #UrbanMobility Plans (#SUMP) adapted for island environments. The guide recognises the unique challenges Greek islands face, especially those without urban areas but experiencing urban-sized populations during tourist seasons, emphasising the need for specialised mobility planning. The Sustainable Island Mobility Plan (SIMP) addresses these distinct needs, offering a four-phase approach: For more details, check out the guide here 👉 https://ow.ly/1vAF50SpYSu Learn more about this vital initiative and how it supports greener mobility on Greek islands! 🌍🚤 #SustainableMobility #UrbanPlanning #HorizonEU #ClimateAction

Mr. Ottar Zahl Jonassen is an entrepreneur living at the top of Europe. Fueled by positive energy, passion, and creativity, Ottar is deeply connected to his Arctic heritage. With this strong sense of purpose, he is on a mission to transform the region into a world-class destination in the far north. Ottar invites you on an extraordinary journey to the easternmost tip of Norway. Here, Marelius plans to develop an Arctic village with resorts, holiday homes, and a small marina. This wild, untouched landscape, bathed in the midnight sun and winter's Northern Lights, offers rich wildlife, bird cliffs, and dramatic headlands. Experience rivers full of fish, the Arctic Ocean with exotic king crabs, whales, old fishing villages, and vibrant cultures — a world where nature and traditions collide. Our region, Varanger, has everything — breathtaking nature, colorful horizons, rich cultural heritage, unique experiences, and warm-hearted communities.  What we lack is the necessary capital to fully realize the potential of these hidden gems. This gives innovative investors a rare opportunity to join us on an exciting journey, where the rewards extend beyond financial returns to shaping the future of Arctic tourism. While we’ve seen large investments in places like Iceland, Lofoten, and Tromsø, the industry’s presence in this region is still very modest. This is where the "real deal" lies — untouched, undiscovered, and waiting for pioneers like you. ---- Contact information: Marelius AS II Greater Arctic Holding AS CEO & Founder II Mr. Ottar Zahl Jonassen E-mail II [email protected] Mobile II 47 938 24 248 Website II www.greaterarctic.com Linkedin II https://lnkd.in/dD2URQmw #mareliusarcticresort #vardø #varangergreaterarctic #higharctic #resortdevelopment #realarctic #destinationdevelopment #greaterarctic #newdestination

Canada's Largest 'Living' Ecomuseum Kalyna Country, boasting an impressive 20,000 square kilometers, proudly holds the title of the `Canada's Largest Ecomuseum.` To put its size into perspective, it spans over three times the area of Prince Edward Island. Situated in Alberta, east and north of Edmonton, its boundaries encompass a vast region that includes the renowned Edna-Star colony, a significant part of Canada's first Ukrainian Block Settlement. Comparable to Cajun Country's significance to Cajun culture, Kalyna Country holds a special place for Ukrainian Canadians. At its peak, it stood as the world's largest Ukrainian settlement outside of Eastern Europe. https://lnkd.in/g3ye6j-S #AuthenticAlberta #TravelLakeland #IndigenousTourismLakeland #DestinationLakeland #VisitLakeland #TravelAlberta #DestinationCanada #KalynaCountryEcomuseum #AlbertaIronHorseTrail #EscapetoLakeland #tourismealberta #IndigenousTourismAlberta #exploreedmonton #laclabicheregion #laclabichecounty #cityofcoldlake #explorevermilion #townoftwohills #townofstpaul #countyofstpaul #smokylakeregion #townofsmokylake #smokylakecounty #villageofvilna #villageofwaskatenau #townofelkpoint

🌿 The Greening Cities Partnership held its pivotal fifth in-person meeting in Pontevedra on April 4th and 5th 🌿 This meeting was crucial in the lead-up to presenting the draft Action Plan to the Urban Development Group advisory board meeting, scheduled for April 25th, in Namur, under the Belgian Presidency. Read about the partnerships' progress on our website👇 https://lnkd.in/dkHNvbRP #GreeningCities #UrbanAgendaforEU

France is remarkable in many ways, including in trees. Read this article to find out where to find the most impressive trees in France: https://zurl.co/NxlL #remarkabletrees #getoutoftown #lifeinfrance #remarkabletreesfrance

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