In the framework of the project "zEROwASTERS - Innovative actions with citizens", implemented with the funding of the Green Fund under Priority Axis 3, the Joint Undertaking Eco Active, in cooperation with the 2o EPAL Komotini and the Regional Directorate of Education of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, with the support of the Municipality of Komotini and the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, organizes the Eco Week 2025 . A multi-thematic week dedicated to sustainability, the circular economy, green innovation and environmental education.
The activities of the week were mainly focused on the student community of the 2nd EPAL Komotini. They were aimed at enhancing the active participation of young people in issues of environmental responsibility, green skills and future professions.
Η Eco Week 2025 started with the visit of students to COCO-MAT, on 4 April. The students had the opportunity to get to know a green entrepreneurship model that applies sustainable practices, with a substantial contribution to the circular economy through the use of chemical-free raw materials, waste minimization and support for local communities.
On Tuesday 8 April an educational visit of students to the company Adapa, presenting green technologies in the packaging sector and highlighting green professions.
On Wednesday 9 April, at 11:00, in the auditorium of the 2nd EPAL, the presentation of a study entitled "Green Routes: Transition for High School Students". Η Eleni Verani, Urban Planner - Transport Engineer, MSc, Lecturer, PhD, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, presented the travel habits of students and suggested alternative, ecological and safe ways to reach schools, based on data from questionnaires completed by students and parents.
On the same day, at 11:30, in the amphitheatre of the 2nd EPAL, was held, in cooperation with the Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, speech on the road safety and traffic education during the transition of students to school and beyond.
Speakers of the action are:
- Eleftherios Hamalidis, Head of the Directorate of Transport and Communications of Orestiada
- Stavroula Kyrtsidou, Head of the Directorate of Transport and Communications of Evros P.E.
Follow experiential simulation with special glasses so that students understand the dangers of walking or driving under the influence of alcohol.
On Thursday 10 April, students visited the industry's premises Sunlight A.E., to learn about energy storage technologies and sustainable production practices. The students were informed about employment prospects in the field of energy transition and green professions.
The week culminated on Friday 11 April, with the award ceremony of the 1st Panhellenic Student Competition "zEROwASTERS Hackers", starting in October 2024. The competition highlights the link between innovation, sustainability and the activation of student creativity. The ceremony took place at the Music School of Komotini, in the presence of teachers, students, partner schools and institutions.
