Green Energy Group Executive Chairman Georgios Georgiou took part in the discussion on the green transition of local authorities, highlighting the importance of collaboration and sustainable energy solutions.
Limassol, 12 October 2026 – Green Week 2026 commenced with a roundtable discussion entitled “The Green Transition of Local Authorities and Limassol’s Traffic Challenges”, held at the Panos Solomonides Hall in Limassol, under the auspices of the Municipality of Limassol.
Green Energy Group, the event’s Grand Sponsor for the fourth consecutive year, actively supports dialogue on sustainable development, green energy and energy innovation in Cyprus, helping to promote initiatives and proposals that can contribute to a more sustainable future.
The opening event brought together representatives of the Government, local authorities, academia and the business community to address two major challenges facing Limassol: sustainable mobility and the green transition.
Opening remarks were delivered by Christos Michaelides, Executive Chairman of Cypronetwork Group, the organiser of Green Week; Georgios Georgiou, Executive Chairman of Green Energy Group, the event’s Grand Sponsor; Yiannis Armeftis, Mayor of Limassol; Yiannis Tsouloftas, President of the Limassol District Local Government Organisation (EOA); and Evi Tsolaki, Minister of Transport, Communications and Works.
Sustainable Mobility and Limassol’s Traffic Challenges
The first session focused on Limassol’s traffic challenges and opportunities to improve urban mobility.
Participants included Evi Tsolaki, Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Yiannis Armeftis, Mayor of Limassol, Antros Theodorou, Mayor of Polemidia, Loukas Dimitriou, Professor of Transportation Engineering at the University of Cyprus, George Kyriakou, CEO of EMEL, and Christiana Diogenous, CEO of Unicars. The session was moderated by Christos Michaelides.
Discussions addressed the Ministry’s plans for transport infrastructure and systems, the role of local authorities, the Limassol Master Plan studies, digital solutions and the contribution of public transport to easing traffic congestion. Participants also examined the role of the automotive sector and emerging technologies, including electric mobility, in shaping a more modern and sustainable transport system.
Advancing the Green Transition of Local Authorities
The second session featured Georgios Georgiou, Executive Chairman of Green Energy Group, alongside Antros Theodorou, Mayor of Polemidia; George Papageorgiou from the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry; Michalis Sokratous, Secretary of the Union of Cyprus Municipalities; Valentina Michael, Municipal Engineer of Kourion Municipality; and Charalambos Theopemptou, former Member of Parliament and former president of the Cyprus Green Party. The discussion was also moderated by Christos Michaelides.
The session explored the challenges municipalities face in pursuing the green transition, the role of the private sector, the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, opportunities for citizens and the potential of energy communities as a tool for local authorities.
Mr Georgiou’s participation reflects Green Energy Group’s continued engagement in discussions on the energy transition and sustainable development. Cooperation between businesses, government bodies and local authorities is an important prerequisite for advancing solutions that respond to today’s energy and environmental challenges.
Collaboration and Innovation for a Sustainable Energy Future
The deployment of renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, energy storage and electric mobility are key areas in shaping a more sustainable energy future. Developing the necessary infrastructure and adopting innovative solutions can support the energy transition of cities and improve citizens’ everyday lives.
Through its support for Green Week 2026, Green Energy Group reaffirms its commitment to advancing the green transition and supporting initiatives that encourage collaboration, knowledge sharing and environmental awareness.
Green Week 2026 runs until 18 October, featuring ten activities across the Limassol district, under the auspices of the municipalities of Limassol, Amathus, Polemidia and Kourion, as well as the Limassol District Local Government Organisation (EOA).
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