About us
The Challenge
The cross-border areas of Greece and Cyprus are increasingly facing natural disasters linked to climate change, primarily forest fires, prolonged droughts, and extreme weather phenomena.
The impacts are multifaceted: environmental, social, and economic. The loss of forest areas, the destruction of ecosystems, and the threats to human lives make the need for prevention and coordinated action imperative.
At the same time, local authorities and civil protection teams often lack modern tools, expertise, and timely information that would enable them to react effectively before a crisis evolves into a disaster.
The challenge, therefore, is to transition from managing the consequences to preventing the risks, through cooperation, innovation, and digital empowerment.
Expected Results
The Prevent-DisCC project aims to have a substantial footprint in the cross-border cooperation between Greece and Cyprus and in environmental protection; offering practical, measurable, and sustainable results:
Technological & Scientific Results
Development of an integrated risk forecasting system (for fires, drought) based on satellite data, FWI indices, and Artificial Intelligence tools.
Digital early warning platform, accessible to local authorities and civil protection teams.
Mapping of hazardous areas through drones, robotic, and remote sensing applications.
Social & Educational Benefits
Education and training of local government executives, volunteers, and civil protection professionals.
Information and awareness-raising of citizens regarding risks and prevention measures.
Creation of interactive exhibitions and environmental parks in Rhodes (Grece) and Kourion (Cyprus) for experiential education and public participation.
Environmental & Cross-Border Benefits
Improvement of the readiness and resilience of the areas of Greece and Cyprus against the effects of climate change.
Enhancement of cross-border cooperation among the involved stakeholders for a common crisis management system.
Creation of a good practice model that can be replicated in other areas of the Mediterranean.
Target Groups
The main target groups that will benefit from the Prevent-DisCC project and its results include:
Local communities in Greece and Cyprus
Local Government Authorities and Regional Organisations
Volunteer rescue and forest firefighting teams
Business and professional associations
Academic and Research Institutions
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