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Apitourism an alternative, enjoyable and challenging activity for demanding citizens and tourists!

Are you interested in nature and the miracles that are hidden in the behaviour of pollinating insects? You can have a taste of the above through what we call, Apitourism! Apitourism is an alternative form of tourism inextricably linked to the art of beekeeping and the life of the bee. This particular form of tourism offers unique experiences to tourists directly related with nature. Learn more about Apitourism in Greece and its first tourist route / paths in the city of Nea Moudania.

A rural-urban connection to embed food in all policies

Exponential growth in the planet’s population and its predominantly urban character are characteristics of our modern world. How are we going to feed this mainly urban population?

Getting Smart About Digital Innovation

We’re told that the future is smart; the future is digital. But what does it really mean to be a smart city? And how do we achieve the required digital transition in a way which really benefits those who live and work in our cities?

Attention all urban decision-makers! Did you know that you can do business without money?

We all want urban services to be efficient, redevelopment exciting, civic events colourful and new urban initiatives really able to make a difference! But how do you do this when many European cities - especially after the hard-hitting crises of the last decade - lack funding, resources, knowledge and the connections that make such vibrant governing work? One answer may surprise you. We can turn to our corporate and business communities. Because there is something called Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

9 European cities acting together to end homelessness. Ambitious? Hell, yes!

What do we talk about during a 2,5 day summit on transforming planning? Catch a glimpse on our Day 2 Recap.

Transition to circular economy: the ‘’power’’ of the building sector towards better cities

What does circular economy in the building sector mean to you in theory and where are we standing today? Which are the key challenges, the needs and how can we meet them starting from acting locally and upscaling our achievements towards better cities? The URGE APN project attempts a first dive into the issue of circularity in the building sector, aiming to impact importantly local policies and contribute to the achievement of the ambitious European goals and objectives.