Green Week 2026 came to a close on Sunday, 18 October, following nine initiatives held over seven days in Limassol, from 12 to 18 October. The programme focused on green energy, sustainable mobility, environmental awareness, innovation and social contribution.

The event brought together the Government, Local Authorities, the business community, the education sector and citizens, highlighting the importance of collaboration in creating greener, more modern and sustainable cities. The programme culminated in the first Electric Mobility Exhibition at Limassol Marina and the Green Awards ceremony.

Green Week was organised by the Cypronetwork Group, under the auspices of the Municipalities of Limassol, Amathus, Polemidia and Kourion, as well as the Limassol District Local Government Organisation (DLGO). For the fourth consecutive year, Green Energy Group served as the event’s Main Sponsor.

Opening Roundtable on the Green Transition and Limassol’s Traffic Challenges

Green Week began on Monday, 12 October, at the Panos Solomonides Hall, with a roundtable discussion entitled “The Green Transition of Local Authorities and Limassol’s Traffic Challenges”, under the auspices of Limassol Municipality.

The event was addressed by Christos Michaelides, Executive Chairman of Cypronetwork Group, George Georgiou, Executive Chairman of Green Energy Group; Yiannis Armeftis, Mayor of Limassol; Yiannis Tsoulouftas, President of the Limassol District Local Government Organisation; and Evie Tsolaki, Minister of Transport, Communications and Works.

The first session focused on urban mobility and traffic challenges in Limassol. Participants included Transport Minister Evie Tsolaki; Limassol Mayor Yiannis Armeftis; Polemidia Mayor Antros Theodorou; Loukas Demetriou, Professor of Transport Engineering at the University of Cyprus; George Kyriakou, CEO of EMEL; and Christiana Diogenous, Managing Director of Unicars. The discussion was moderated by Christos Michaelides.

Key topics included transport infrastructure and systems, the role of Local Authorities, studies related to Limassol’s Masterplan, digital solutions, the strengthening of public transport, and the opportunities offered by electric mobility and new automotive technologies.

The second session focused on the green transition of Local Authorities. Participants included George Georgiou of Green Energy Group; Antros Theodorou; George Papageorgiou of the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry; Michalis Sokratous of the Union of Cyprus Municipalities; Valentina Michael, Municipal Secretary 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.

Participants examined the challenges municipalities face in advancing the green transition, the role of the private sector, charging infrastructure, opportunities for citizens and the prospects for developing energy communities.

The EMEL “Green Route” by Electric Bus

On Tuesday, 13 October, the EMEL “Green Route” took place, highlighting the role of public transport and electric mobility in sustainable urban travel.

Participants boarded an EMEL electric bus at Limassol Town Hall and travelled to the company’s first green charging station in Polemidia.

The initiative was attended by Limassol Mayor Yiannis Armeftis; Polemidia Mayor Antros Theodorou; Grigoris Panayiotou, representing the Limassol District Local Government Organisation; Valentina Michael, Municipal Secretary of Kourion; George Georgiou, Executive Chairman of Green Energy Group; George Kyriakou, CEO of EMEL; and Christos Michaelides, Executive Chairman of Cypronetwork Group.

The route highlighted the importance of modern charging infrastructure and the adoption of cleaner technologies in public transport. It also showcased the collaboration between EMEL and GreenCharge in promoting electric mobility and sustainable transportation.

Green Energy Competition Awards at MIEEK

On Thursday, 15 October, the Green Energy Competition awards ceremony took place at the Limassol facilities of MIEEK, aiming to encourage creativity, innovation and the development of ideas that contribute to the use of green energy.

The event was addressed by Christos Michaelides on behalf of Cypronetwork Group; Kyriakos Hadjicharalambous on behalf of Green Energy Group; Christos Papamichael, Deputy Mayor of Germasogeia; and Andreas Kleanthous, District Director of MIEEK Limassol.

The participating team subsequently presented its idea and received an award in recognition of its participation, highlighting the contribution of education and creativity to the development of innovative solutions for the green transition.

Tree Planting in Polemidia for a Greener Future

On Friday, 16 October, a tree-planting initiative took place at Kale Vounari in Polemidia, under the auspices of Polemidia Municipality. Students from Agios Ioannis and Agios Neophytos Gymnasiums actively participated, helping to expand green spaces and promote environmental awareness.

The initiative highlighted the importance of protecting the natural environment and encouraging young people to play an active role in creating greener and more sustainable communities.

Blood Donation Promoting Social Solidarity

Later that afternoon, a blood donation drive was held in memory of Savvas Sofokleous and Diana Gavriilidou, linking Green Week’s environmental message with social contribution.

The initiative emphasised the importance of practical solidarity and civic participation, highlighting that sustainability encompasses both environmental protection and care for people and society.

Green Woofs and the nextbike Cycling Route

On Saturday, 17 October, the programme continued with two initiatives combining environmental awareness, physical activity and the promotion of sustainable everyday choices.

Green Woofs took place at the Germasogeia Dog Park, highlighting responsible animal care and the importance of using public spaces with respect for the environment and the community.

This was followed by the nextbike cycling route, which began in the Germasogeia area and headed towards Limassol Marina. The initiative promoted cycling as an alternative means of transport, highlighting the benefits of active mobility and the need to strengthen sustainable transport options across the city.

Inauguration of the First Electric Mobility Exhibition at Limassol Marina

The Electric Mobility Exhibition was inaugurated at Limassol Marina on Saturday, 17 October, and remained open to the public on Sunday, 18 October.

The exhibition showcased modern electric mobility and sustainable transport options, highlighting the potential of new technologies to reduce the environmental footprint of transportation.

Presenting electric mobility solutions directly to the public was one of the key highlights of Green Week, connecting the discussion on the green transition with practical options for more sustainable travel.

Green Awards: Recognising Contributions to the Green Transition

Green Week 2026 concluded on Sunday, 18 October, with the Green Awards ceremony at Limassol Marina. The awards were presented by Michalis Damianos, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry, recognising individuals, businesses and organisations for their contributions to green energy, sustainability and environmental responsibility.

The following were honoured:

• Charalambos Theopemptou, for his longstanding contribution to informing and raising public awareness about environmental protection.
• Green Energy Group, for its longstanding contribution to green energy and its instrumental role in the co-creation and development of Green Week. The award was received by George Georgiou, Executive Chairman of Green Energy Group.
• EMEL, for its WeeDrive programme and contribution to sustainable mobility.
• Unicars, for its practical commitment to corporate social responsibility and ESG principles.
• Paradisiotis Group, for integrating sustainability into its production activities.
• Atlas Pantou Co Ltd, for its commitment to environmental responsibility in the construction sector.
• The Municipalities of Limassol, Amathus, Kourion and Polemidia, together with the Limassol District Local Government Organisation, for their longstanding support of Green Week and their promotion of sustainable policies that contribute to the green transition.

The Independent Green Awards Judging Panel

The nominations were evaluated by an independent judging panel comprising individuals with experience in politics, academia, Local Government, environmental issues and communications.

The panel consisted of:

• Pambos Christodoulou, political analyst and international relations expert, and professor at the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT).
• Nikos Anastasiou, former Mayor of Polemidia, former president of EDEK and architect.
• Dinos Nicolaides, Vice Chairman of CYTA and environmental consultant.
• Michalis Polydorou, Head of Communications at Cypronetwork.

The panel assessed the nominations with the aim of recognising individuals, businesses and organisations that promote green energy, environmental responsibility and sustainable development.

Green Week 2026: The Power of Collaboration

The nine initiatives of Green Week 2026 covered a broad range of topics, from traffic challenges and public transport to electric mobility, green energy, environmental education, tree planting and social solidarity.

The outdoor Green Cinema screening, scheduled for Wednesday, 14 October, was cancelled due to weather conditions and was therefore not included among the initiatives that took place.

Through collaboration between Local Authorities, businesses, educational institutions and the wider community, Green Week demonstrated that the green transition requires coordinated initiatives, investment in modern infrastructure and active citizen participation.

The event was supported by Main Sponsor Green Energy Group; Platinum Sponsors Bank of Cyprus and Altia; and Gold Sponsors Limassol Marina, EMEL, Leptos Group, Atlas Pantou, Paradisiotis and ERB Cyprialife. Media sponsors were Capital and elemesos, while supporters included KEAN, Phil. Andreou Group, KEO, nextbike, Sans Frontieres Catering Services and Hercules.

Green Week 2026 concluded with a clear message: the green transition is not simply an ambition for the future, but a shared responsibility that requires concrete action today, with the goal of making Limassol a more sustainable, functional and people- and environment-friendly city.