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

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

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

Advertisement

Latest News

Hellenic Club of Canberra CEO Ian Cameron on Woden Village, renewal and community legacy

Hellenic Club CEO Ian Cameron shares how the Woden Village DA marks a major milestone in securing the Club’s cultural and community legacy.

Calling young artists: Design The Greek Herald’s 2025 Christmas front page

Calling all artists - send us your best festive drawing for the chance to have your artwork featured on The Greek Herald’s Christmas cover!

Greek Community Cup: Midweek matches deliver drama and dominance

Another night of football unfolded at the Greek Community Cup on Wednesday at Partridge Reserve, proudly hosted by Mill Park Soccer Club.

Australian Championship to introduce Football Video Support for Finals Series

The Australian Championship will become one of the first competitions worldwide selected by FIFA to trial Football Video Support.

Supplier Tim Chatzopoulos fears $60,000 loss amid Bedford administration turmoil

Tim Chatzopoulos says he’s been left devastated and $60,000 out of pocket after Bedford entered administration.

You May Also Like

Mitsotakis to meet with Erdogan and discuss a ‘big dossier’ of issues

Greek Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, will meet with Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in Istanbul on Sunday, March 13.

Basil Zempilas elected new WA Liberal leader

Basil Zempilas, a former broadcaster and Perth Lord Mayor, has been elected unopposed as the new leader of the WA Liberal Party.

Antigone Kefala wins Patrick White Award for contribution to Australian literature

Minimalist poet, Antigone Kefala, is the winner of the 2022 Patrick White Literary Award for her contribution to Australia literature.