Benefits and Synergies in Addressing Climate Change via the Implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy in Greece
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This study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the effects of climate change on Greek agriculture, by evaluating and refining the current policy measures and interventions to address them through the lens and funding opportunities of the new Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 2023–2027. To this end, we conducted a diagnostic analysis of the current strategic framework in Greece and provided policy recommendations around five key areas: education, consulting services, agri-food cooperation, coupling of innovation, and digitalization, as well as risk management on climate change. Overall, we found that the national strategic framework is consistent with the objectives and priorities of European policies regarding the environment and the climate, but targeted actions are needed to enable the management of the Greek agricultural sector while addressing the risks of climate change, environmental degradation, and the excessive use of natural resources. The findings highlight the importance of much-needed revisions in national strategic planning. We have suggested key interventions and actions for dealing with climate change with regards to Greek agriculture and the overarching goals of the new CAP to promote sustainability, knowledge, and innovation in the agri-food sector.
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OpenAlex topics: Agriculture Sustainability and Environmental Impact · Sustainable Agricultural Systems Analysis · Climate change impacts on agriculture
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School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Zografou Campus, National Technical University of Athens, Heroon Polytechniou 9, GR 15780 Athens, Greece
School of Chemical Engineering, Zografou Campus, National Technical University of Athens, Heroon Polytechniou 9, GR 15780 Athens, Greece
School of Applied Arts and Sustainable Design, Hellenic Open University, Parodos Aristotelous 18, GR 26335 Patras, Greece
Laboratory of Industrial and Energy Economics (LIEE), Zografou Campus, National Technical University of Athens, Heroon Polytechniou 9, GR 15780 Athens, Greece
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