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Urban Politics: Rights, Democracy and the Green Transition

Inspiration from the city of Athens

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Feb 28 2022

18:00 - 19:30 CET

Elinor Ostrom Room, Buontalenti - Casino Mediceo

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The EUI welcomes Mr Kostas Bakoyannis to discuss green cities and his first-hand experience as Mayor of Athens.

The EUI welcomes Mr Kostas Bakoyannis, Mayor of Athens, to discuss the state of play of green transition that he is trying to achieve in the city of Athens. Drawing from his experience, Mr Bakoyannis will discuss: 

  • How can a city in Europe become a green city within the next five years? 
  • How is this transformation being handled by the City Hall of Athens? 
  • Could the example of Athens act as a good practice for other cities in Europe?  
  • What are the priorities, major obstacles and benefits of this movement towards green cities? 
  • What are the main elements of a city’s green transition and how are rights, democracy and politics engaged in this evolution?  

Following the discussion with the panel, there will be an opportunity for the live audience to interact with the speakers via a Q&A. 

Main Speaker:

Kostas Bakoyannis | Mayor of Athens

Chair:

Professor Kalypso Nicolaidis | STG, EUI

Discussants:

Professor Jos Delbeke | STG, EUI

Professor Emma Lees | STG, EUI

Professor George Papakonstantinou | STG, EUI

The event will take place in hybrid format at the STG's Palazzo Buontalenti. 

All are welcome to attend. Please register at the link, indicating whether you intend to attend online or in person. 

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