Fact: The Andrey and Julia Dashin Foundation unveiled a metal fish sculpture called “Reclaimed Waters: A Reflection on Sea Pollution” at the Warehouse by ITQuarter venue in Limassol as part of the RE:SOURCE environmental art exhibition on May 17, 2024.
Construction and demolition debris makes up 25-30% of all waste produced in Europe. Measures have been taken in Cyprus to manage this waste, including creating treatment facilities, improving environmental controls, and increasing recycling rates. Despite efforts, illegal dumping continues to be a problem.
The Island Private School in Cyprus offers a holistic learning environment for students of diverse cultural backgrounds. The school integrates best practices from the International Baccalaureate, Waldorf, and Montessori educational systems, focusing on academic excellence and developing 21st-century skills. The school’s mission is to inspire a passion for learning and prepare students as confident, responsible global citizens who value diversity. The school offers three educational tracks grounded in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, aiming for a sustainable and equitable future. The school has integrated ESG considerations into its curriculum through lessons on environmental sustainability, climate change, and conservation, as well as through various environmental initiatives and partnerships. The school engages with the local community, fosters inclusivity and diversity, and promotes social responsibility through various activities and events. The school plans to evolve its ESG initiatives by introducing composting bins, celebrating various faiths and cultures, and focusing on sustainability in its future campus. The school measures and reports on its progress towards ESG-related goals through key performance indicators, data collection, and stakeholder surveys. The school faces challenges in implementing eco-friendly practices due to financial constraints but is seeking funding opportunities through grants and partnerships. The school encourages student-led initiatives related to ESG and plans to use technology to further ESG education and initiatives. The school’s approach to ESG differentiates it from other educational institutions by integrating ESG into its organizational culture, decision-making processes, curriculum, and daily operations. The school envisions its role in the broader ESG landscape within the education sector in the next five to ten years by becoming an international education hub, supporting diverse educational tracks, expanding as a multicultural community, promoting ethical governance, strengthening environmental partnerships, contributing to rural development, developing a green campus, and promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy sources.
City Friends Club (CFC) is a non-profit organization based in Limassol, Cyprus, focused on environmental sustainability and waste management. They have mobilized volunteers to clean up the city, collected tons of waste, and engaged in educational initiatives to promote responsible consumption and a zero-waste lifestyle.
The Charalambos & Elena Pattihis Foundation, established in 2020, focuses on Social Welfare, Education, Culture, Health, and the Environment in Cyprus. In 2023, the Foundation supported charity organizations, documented historic architecture, established partnerships, and engaged in community support and environmental conservation efforts. The Foundation also expanded its board and participated in cultural and scientific workshops to enrich Cyprus’s societal and cultural fabric.
The Charalambos & Elena Pattihis Foundation, established in 2020, supports the Cypriot community through its pillars of action: Social Welfare, Education, Culture, Health, and the Environment. In 2023, the Foundation continued to improve the quality of life in Cyprus by supporting cultural preservation, education, healthcare, social welfare partnerships, community support, volunteerism, and environmental conservation efforts. The Foundation also expanded its board of directors to strengthen governance and strategic direction.
The Akamas National Forest Park road projects will restart in April, as announced by Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou. The projects aim to prioritize environmental preservation. This decision was made during a cabinet meeting. The government plans to balance development with environmental conservation in the park, ensuring minimal environmental impact and visitor safety while adhering to legal requirements. A project team will be established for environmental and technical monitoring, and a steering committee will be appointed for decision-making. Consultations with NGOs and local communities will be part of the process.
Authorities have issued advisories for Green Monday celebrations, including a warning from the department of civil aviation against flying kites or drones near Larnaca and Paphos airports due to interference risks with aircraft. The forestry department has urged the public to protect natural habitats, avoid damaging protected species, practice responsible waste disposal, and cautioned against unauthorised fires. It also warned about a threat to pine trees from a sawfly insect infestation.