Greece has a predominantly Mediterranean climate characterised by hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters, alongside significant regional variation, including cooler, wetter conditions in the north and alpine climates in mountainous areas.
The Mission in Greece
Greece, with a predominantly Mediterranean climate marked by hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters, is advancing climate resilience through strong engagement in the Mission. A total of 56 local and regional authorities are participating in Mission Projects, supported by 24 Charter Signatories (regions/local authorities that have signed the Mission Charter and committed to striving toward climate resilience by 2030), and €50.11 million in EU funding has been allocated.
Learn about the Greece National Adaptation Hubs funded under the EU Mission
AdaptationHubs boosts coordination on climate adaptation, while helping national and local governments to share solutions and strengthen their approaches to managing climate risks.
The Greek National Adaptation Hub is facilitated by the Greek Network of Resilient Cities (GNRC), currently the most active national network on climate adaptation, resilience, and civil protection, engaging over 150 local and regional authorities across Greece. The Hub operates through a multi-level governance structure involving ministries, regions, and local authorities.
Visit the Greece AdaptationHub
Visit the Greece Climate Adaptation Platform (CAP)
Climate Adaptation Platforms (CAPs) are national, regional, and local web-based hubs offering datasets, evidence-based information, tools, and case studies to drive climate resilience.
They contribute directly to the Mission by providing access to national, regional, and local climate datasets, evidence-based information and guidance, as well as practical tools and case studies to support adaptation action. Each CAP is tailored to the country, region or community that it serves to support the design and implementation of adaptation strategies and plans.
Many CAPs foster peer-to-peer learning. They also act as gateways for regional and local authorities to engage with wider initiatives and, thereby, align their actions with national and EU priorities.
Learn more about the national support organisations in Greece: Aegean energy & environment agency, DAFNI - Network of Sustainable Greek Islands, Sustainable City - City Network, EIT Climate-KIC Greece Hub, and Participatory Lab.
Read real world examples of climate adaptation in Greece
Athens uses storytelling as a powerful tool to engage citizens and policymakers in addressing the growing threat of extreme heat. Climate stories help make risks more visible and build support for urban heat resilience efforts.
The Aegean Islands in Greece are demonstrating methods to adapt to climate change through circular wastewater management of rainwater and flash-flood water sources.
The Municipality of Egaleo shapes a well-informed and active generation of students capable of addressing climate-related challenges through innovative actions and collaborative initiatives.
