New Publication: Assessing the Impact of European Initiatives on Mitigating Severe Climate Effects in Egaleo: A Technological and Social Innovation Perspective

Published by Dimitra Panou on June 6, 2025June 6, 2025

Authors: Rafail, Vasileios-Alexandros; Zarikos, Ioannis; Karozis, Stelios; Sfetsos, Athanasios; Tzempelikos, Dimitrios

We are excited to share our latest publication, which explores how the Municipality of Egaleo—a densely populated urban area in Attica—is navigating the growing challenges of climate change through innovative, EU-funded initiatives.

🔍 What’s important about this work?

• Investigates the transformational adaptation strategies adopted in Egaleo
• Highlights how vulnerable groups are being supported amid increasing climate risks
• Analyzes the effectiveness of European projects in fostering both technological and social innovation
• Provides a roadmap for other cities aiming to become resilient and adaptive urban environments
• Positions Egaleo as a European testbed for scalable climate resilience solutions

This case study reflects a broader shift towards integrated, human-centered approaches to climate adaptation—combining infrastructure, awareness, and policy at the local level.

🔗 Assessing the Impact of European Initiatives on Mitigating Severe Climate Effects in Egaleo: A Technological and Social Innovation Perspective

🔗 doi: https://doi.org/10.7916/c0tr-h031