Climate

Global temperature reached a record 13.23°C, 1.75°C above pre-industrial levels, surpassing the 1991-2020 baseline by 0.79°C, says Copernicus

Winter shows no signs of easing in Greece, with low temperatures persisting across the country. From Thursday to Sunday, widespread rainfall is forecast.

Local showers are expected in and around Attica with light snowfall possible in the nearby mountain of Parnitha.

In other words, it has surpassed the 1.5°C threshold, the target of the Paris Agreement signed in 2015, aiming to limit the temperature rise below 2°C.

"It is possible that within the year, we will see the first exploratory drilling, most likely in the Crete region, which will give us an initial picture of potential hydrocarbon deposits," Sdoukou emphasized.

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This strategic move highlights both groups' commitment to advancing Greece's offshore wind energy sector and achieving the nation’s clean energy goals.

Still reeling from a wave of wildfires over the past two weeks, the region now faces a heightened risk of life-threatening damage to homes and vehicles, with the added danger of mudslides.

The Minister emphasized that natural gas is crucial for Greece and Europe's green transition as a bridge fuel, citing recent unfavorable weather in Central Europe that rendered wind turbines and solar panels ineffective.

For most of Greece, this weekend looks to bring clear skies.

Over 4.5 million people have received emergency alerts on their phones advising them to stay indoors in the midst of an unprecedented storm for the region.

Greeks will enjoy a sunny and clear sky on Sunday, January 19, though scattered clouds are expected to appear in the west during the afternoon

Affected prefectures include south-central Fthiotida and Fokida, a good portion of whose territory is mountainous

“If the government wants to effectively protect Nature, they should consider this option so protected areas would be protected along with our rights,” said Chief Piétacho of the Innu to The Conversation.

Snowfall reached as far south as the mountain peaks surrounding the greater Athens-Piraeus region on Monday, as well as other mountainous regions in the southern half of the country. Traffic leading up to Mt. Parnitha was halted during the day. Meanwhile, in the northern half of the country, traffic restrictions were imposed for trucks and […]

The low front was expected to also significantly decrease temperatures around the country

An emergency severe weather warning is expected to be issued tomorrow by the Greek Meteorological Service

According to Copernicus, while this temporary breach does not constitute a formal violation of the Paris Agreement, the ongoing upward trend in global temperatures has the potential to undermine the agreement’s objectives in the coming years.

At least 70,000 are under evacuation orders as 1,400 firefighters battle to contain four raging wildfires threatening Los Angeles.

The cause for the wildfire is still under investigation by the California Department of Forestry as well as Fire Protection.