Greek and Australian cities included on Smart21 Communities of the Year list

·

The city of Elefsina, just outside of Athens, and Adelaide, South Australia have both been placed on the “Smart Communities of the Year” list just released by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF). 

The ICF is a global network whose mission is to help communities in the digital age find a new path to economic and community development. They aim to create inclusive prosperity, tackle social challenges, and enrich quality of life for all. 

Elefsina was included on the 2022 list for their dedication to emerging technologies and constantly promoting innovation. The city has submitted an action and funding plan for over 1.5 million euros. 

“This distinction recognizes the progress that Elefsina has made in recent years and our strong will to use new technologies and promote innovation for the benefit of citizens,” said Mayor of Elefsina, Argyris Oikonomou. 

Source: Greek Travel Pages

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Latest News

Kospetas family expands Sydney pub empire with Carlisle Castle Hotel purchase

The Kospetas family have expanded their Sydney pub portfolio with the purchase of the historic Carlisle Castle Hotel.

ANZAC Day commemorated at Australian–Hellenic Memorial in Melbourne

The Greek Orthodox Diocese of Chora has commemorated ANZAC Day with a memorial service and wreath-laying ceremony.

Church ruling blocks jurisdiction transfer for Bishop Emilianos and Christos Karafotias

Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia ruled Bishop Emilianos and Christos Karafotias remain under Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia.

Trustee hauls pub baron Jon Adgemis to court in $1.8bn bankruptcy probe

Bankruptcy trustees have initiated Federal Court action to conduct a rare examination of failed pub baron Jon Adgemis.

Family of Mercury Psillakis supports expanded shark-spotting drones in Sydney

Family of Sydney shark attack victim Mercury Psillakis says a new drone surveillance program is a meaningful tribute that could save lives.

You May Also Like

NSW Minister urges culturally respectful relocation of Discobolus at Sydney Olympic Park

Ron Hoenig MP, has thrown his support behind calls to protect the full integrity of the Discobolus Monument at Sydney Olympic Park.

Victorian Liberals and Nationals hold multicultural leaders forum at Parliament

Multicultural leaders attended a political forum in the impressive Legislative Council Chamber at Victoria’s Parliament on Wednesday, June 7.

Hospital evacuated and armed forces patrol Evros region as wildfires spread

Greek officials evacuated patients at the Alexandroupolis General Hospital due to large wildfires approaching the area on Monday.