AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEU Waste Rules: The European Commission has opened infringement steps against Germany, Greece and Cyprus over missed waste recycling targets, sending formal notices and reasoned opinions to multiple states. Wildlife Conflict in Greece: In Western Macedonia, brown bear numbers have risen sharply, with residents and farmers in Kastoria reporting repeated incursions and damage, fueling pressure for action. Space for Environment Monitoring: Greece’s Hyperion GR-1 optical microsatellite has launched to support civil protection, environmental monitoring, fire and flood detection, and marine pollution tracking. Heat & Storms Watch: HNMS forecasts rain and scattered thunderstorms hitting northern/eastern Greece before improving later, with temperatures mostly around 30–34°C. Livestock Decline: New ELSTAT data shows Greece’s livestock numbers fell in 2024, with cattle, sheep and goats down and farms disappearing—raising concerns for rural production networks. Migration Safety: UN-linked figures report a sharp rise in deaths and disappearances on routes toward Europe, including the eastern Mediterranean corridor toward Greek islands. Bear in the spotlight: The bear-human showdown is also driving local debate on conservation vs. safety.
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