Green Week 2026 kicks off in Limassol with focus on urban mobility

On Monday, October 12, 2026, the 'Green Week 2026' event officially began at the Panos Solomonides Hall in Limassol, Cyprus. The inaugural roundtable discussion, titled 'The Green Transition of Local Authorities and the Traffic Problem of Limassol,' brought together government officials, local authorities, academics, and business representatives to address pressing urban challenges, specifically traffic congestion and sustainable mobility.

Key speakers at the event included the Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Evi Tsolaki, Limassol Mayor Giannis Armeftis, the President of the Limassol EOA Giannis Tsouloftas, as well as Christos Michaelidis of the Cypronetwork Group and Georgios Georgiou of the Green Energy Group. Minister Tsolaki emphasized that solving traffic issues requires a holistic approach and collaboration between the state, local government, and technical experts. Mayor Armeftis expressed support for these initiatives, noting their role in fostering public dialogue on green development.

The event serves as a platform for stakeholders to move from intentions to concrete actions regarding environmental and traffic management. While the roundtable successfully concluded its scheduled sessions, the discussions underscore a continuing effort to implement infrastructure and mobility changes within the city. No further specific deadlines or follow-up court actions were mentioned in the reports.