AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHeat Threat for the Med: Southern Europe is bracing for a potentially deadly 50C heatwave, with experts warning it could top the region’s record and push people indoors—at the same time wildfires keep flaring across Spain and France. Plastic Pollution Push: Cyprus’ zero-waste push at Ammos tou Kambouri beach helped keep nearly 68,000 single-use plastic bottles out of circulation via a free water refill station, as part of a wider Destination Zero Waste Cyprus and Greece programme. Tourism Under Pressure from Drought: Greece’s tourist islands are facing water stress just as the peak season ramps up, raising alarms for supply and planning. Athens Metro Safety Checks: Athens halted subway tunnelling in Kypseli after residents reported cracks and damage, with authorities demanding guarantees and independent certification. Invasive Marine Risk: The deadly silver-cheeked pufferfish is spreading across the Mediterranean, prompting safety barriers near Greek beaches to protect swimmers. Carbon Market Showdown: The EU’s carbon trading system reform is set to spark a major fight over how fast polluters must cut emissions versus calls for more time.
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