Photos: Wildfires Rage Outside Athens, Greece
AtlanticAPR 2023
The Greek government recognizes the seriousness of the threats that come with a changing climate. While hazards like wildfires have increased, so has the Greek government's response to the causes of challenging climate conditions. Greece has increased its electricity production through renewable means and will continue to increase its renewable footprint.
In recent years, while battling monstrous wildfires, the Greek fire services have taken a beating and have lost the confidence of the Greek people. In 2021, homeowners were left to save their own homes while fire services were sent to protect areas of Athens and other populated areas of the country. Athens must do more to prepare its government for the consequences of a changing climate and not just focus on emissions.