Category: News
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Sustainability News from Cyprus: Green Funding, Renewable Energy and Environmental Concerns
At Natureally Done, one of my aims is to bring more visibility to sustainability news and initiatives happening in Cyprus. Important developments often happen quietly, whether they involve public funding, renewable energy, businesses or environmental protection, and they are worth following as part of the wider sustainability conversation. Here are some recent stories that caught…
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Your Weekly Green Update: What’s Changing in Cyprus
From protecting one of Cyprus’ most beautiful beaches to making reusable coffee cups the norm and investing millions in water security, here are sustainability stories I chose to highlight this week. Sustainability can sometimes feel like a buzzword, but last week’s headlines show it’s becoming part of everyday life in Cyprus. Whether it’s how we…
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EU Approves New Rules for Gene-Edited Plants: What It Means for Your Food
The European Parliament has approved new rules that will make it easier for certain gene-edited plants to be grown and sold in the European Union. Supporters say the change will help farmers grow crops that are more resistant to drought, heat, diseases, and pests. For me, as a consumer, the biggest question is: Will this…
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Limassol Creates Its Energy Community
The Municipality of Limassol is moving forward with exploring interest in the creation of an Energy Community for Limassol and invites citizens, businesses, and organizations to express their interest by completing a relevant questionnaire. An Energy Community is a collective energy management model that allows citizens, businesses, and public bodies to produce, share, and benefit…
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Four Stories Around Sustainability That Caught My Eye
This week, I selected four stories that particularly resonated with me. Together, they offer a snapshot of the environmental issues, achievements, and initiatives shaping Cyprus and beyond. Cyprus Project Reaches the Final of the ETF Green Skills Award 2026 The European Training Foundation (ETF), recently announced the six finalists for the ETF Green Skills Award…
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Inside the Cypriot Businesses Combining Farming, Biodiversity and Innovation
Sustainable agriculture, the circular economy, and biodiversity protection are no longer theoretical concepts in Cyprus but are increasingly becoming practical and scalable business models. According to a report by BusinessDaily.gr, Cypriot companies such as Akaki Grove and Bio-Solea are redefining agricultural production by combining environmental responsibility, innovation, and export-oriented growth. Presented during the European Commission’s…
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Green Pressure on Cyprus: Akamas, Tourism, and a Just Transition (Summary of WeeklyNews on Sustainability)
In the last few days, Cyprus has been in the spotlight for both its environmental problems and its efforts to become greener. People are talking more about climate justice, protecting nature areas, and how tourism fits into a sustainable future. One of the most talked‑about issues this week is the protection of the Akamas peninsula, a sensitive…
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Food Connect Project Brings Businesses and Communities Together to Fight Food Waste
On March 26 at St.Raphael Resort in Limassol I attended the launch event of Food Connect Platform.The team had an opportunity to present the first food donation app in Cyprus, share the vision behind the project, and demonstrate how it can be used in practice whether you’re a business or a recipient. The mobile application…
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The EU’s New Ban on Destroying Unsold Clothes: A Step Toward Less Waste?
In February 2026, the European Union announced new rules that will prohibit companies from destroying unsold clothing, footwear and accessories. The measure is part of the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, a broader effort to make products sold in the EU more sustainable and less wasteful. For many people, the idea that perfectly usable clothes…
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Climate Neutral Blue Cities: From Vision to Action
At the Climate Neutral Blue Cities Conference 2030 in Limassol, one thing became clear: the challenge is no longer about ideas or technology. It’s about making things happen. I managed to attend the Conference on the first day and in this article will summarize some of the main takeouts. As highlighted during the panel, cities…
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