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A Lifeline for a Thirsty Land

A Lifeline for a Thirsty Land

Discover how one man is fighting water scarcity with ingenuity and sustainable design. By combining traditional techniques with modern innovation, he's creating a water-positive ecosystem that can bring relief to drought-stricken regions.
Happy New Year 2025 from Digitalparos

Looking Back, Moving Forward: Our Journey into 2025

As 2025 begins, Digitalparos reflects on a year of milestones in tackling environmental challenges and empowering communities. Building on its Parosweb roots, it now focuses on sustainable tourism, raising awareness, and preserving the Cyclades' unique identity.
An Exclusive Conversation with the Mayor of Paros

An Exclusive Conversation with the Mayor of Paros

Digitalparos is excited to announce an upcoming in-depth interview with Costas Bizas, the Mayor of Paros, who will reflect on his first year in office and share insights on progress, challenges, and the future of the island.
United Voices: Key Takeaways From the CPF Forum '24

United Voices: Key Takeaways From the CPF Forum '24

During the CPF Islanders' Forum 2024 held in Santorini, we collected brief statements from participants representing various islands and institutions to produce this short video that captures reflections from islanders across the Cyclades.
Giddy Island Film Festival

Giddy Island Film Festival

The Giddy Island Film Festival (Sep 1-7 2024) in Parikia, Paros, celebrates cinema with screenings, parties and talks at the Fluxus Museum and Theatre. With six feature films and short film blocks, it aims to promote networking and enjoyment for filmmakers and visitors in a vibrant island setting.
Innovative Solutions to Coastal Erosion

Innovative Solutions to Coastal Erosion

Professor Niki Evelpidou from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens leads groundbreaking research on protecting beaches from coastal erosion using eco-friendly methods. Her pioneering work preserves shorelines, enhances local ecosystems, and helps mitigate climate change.
Cultural heritage, the comparative advantage of Paros

Cultural heritage, the comparative advantage of Paros

Archaeologist Ms Dora Katsanopoulou's lecture on Paros' rich cultural heritage emphasized the importance of preserving and promoting its archaeological heritage, which is vital to enhancing cultural tourism and helping switch to a different developmental model.
"The case of Santorini", by Nikos Zorzos

"The case of Santorini", by Nikos Zorzos

Amidst Santorini's tourist surge, Mayor Nikos Zorzos delivers a stark warning on the perils of unchecked development and the erosion of cultural identity, urging a profound shift toward sobriety and conscious governance.
Yannis Spilanis on the Future of  the Cyclades

Yannis Spilanis on the Future of the Cyclades

This brief interview was conducted during a break in the two-day conference titled "Transition strategies towards a different development model for Paros and the Cyclades," held on April 13th, 2024, on Paros Island.
The 2024 Olympic Torch Relay graces Paros

The 2024 Olympic Torch Relay graces Paros

The island of Paros was delighted to welcome the Olympic flame relay on its way to France. The local community welcomed the Olympic flame with great enthusiasm, celebrating the unifying power of sport with fervour and festivity.
Beaches Bill: When the public interest is identified with revenue collection

Beaches Bill: When the public interest is identified with revenue collection

In Greece, environmental activists clash with a new coastal bill prioritising profit over ecology and public access, sparking a battle for sustainable management amid fears of beach exploitation.
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Welcome to Digitalparos

As we begin our journey, explore our initial articles and features. Much more is on the way, with new content added frequently. Additions that will not only enrich the experience of visitors but also resonate with the local community. Thank you for joining us at the start of something special!
Interview with Tonia Panteleou

Interview with Tonia Panteleou

During an engaging conversation, Tonia Panteleou, the newly elected General Secretary of the Archilochos Association and a key figure in the 2023 Citizen's Movement, shares her insights.
What About Artificial Intelligence?

What About Artificial Intelligence?

On October 9th, 2023, Kyklos Paros hosted an event aimed at familiarizing the general public with Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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The first interview of Costas Bizas on national TV

This short interview with Costas Bizas was conducted on ERT 3 on October 10th. It took place just two days after he was elected as the new Mayor of Paros.