AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBathing-Water Watch: Greece is still a top performer for clean swimming, ranking second in the EU for 2025 with 97.1% of sites rated “excellent,” while Cyprus leads at 100% and Bulgaria follows at 96.9%—a reminder that wastewater investment and monitoring are paying off. Protected Areas & Politics: Environmental groups welcomed the European Parliament’s resolution on Albania, urging a repeal of rules that allow development inside protected areas and calling for a moratorium until EU nature standards are fully met. Local Land-Use Fight: Kalamata’s €136.5m “Nika Bay” resort plan is sparking backlash over public land, coastal access, and fast-track licensing. Energy vs. Islands: Milos’ municipal council voted against geothermal activity, citing threats to the island’s natural landscape, culture, tourism, and quality of life. Marine Life Moment: Rare sperm whales were spotted near Lefkada and the Ionian Sea is highlighted as a key Mediterranean habitat, including the Hellenic Trench. Community & Waste: Athens-Clarke County in Georgia announced Juneteenth schedule changes, including a pause for compost, garbage, recycling, and leaf/limb collections on June 19.
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