PRESS RELEASE: CERV-2024-Network of Towns GreenMove Kick-Off meeting in Corfu

A Highly Successful Kick-Off Meeting for the GreenMove Project in North Corfu, Greece. Funded by the European Commission under the CERV-2024-Network of Towns Initiative.

North Corfu, 2 March 2025 – The GreenMove project successfully launched with a transnational kick-off meeting held from 27 February to 2 March 2025 in North Corfu at the Almyros Beach Hotel & SPA. Hosted by the Municipality of North Corfu, the meeting brought together representatives from 16 countries across Europe and beyond, marking the beginning of a collaborative effort to advance sustainable rural mobility.

About GreenMove: Transforming Rural Mobility for a Greener Future

GreenMove is an ambitious initiative designed to tackle the environmental challenges linked to rural transportation. The project aims to foster sustainable mobility solutions in rural areas through innovative technologies, participatory strategies, and strong transnational collaboration. Recognizing the effectiveness of traffic limitation policies—such as Low Emission Zones—GreenMove seeks to combat road congestion and reduce pollution through rural transformation.

The project is committed to enhancing dialogue and cooperation among stakeholders, organizing seminars, workshops, and knowledge-sharing events to promote best practices. Leveraging digital tools and information technology, GreenMove will facilitate the acceptance and implementation of sustainable development policies in rural communities.

A Strong Network for Lasting Impact

GreenMove has established a robust network of cities dedicated to sustainable mobility. Over the next 18 months, the project will develop tailored action plans for each participating rural area, ensuring the active engagement of citizens and local authorities. By promoting democratic participation and raising awareness of European values, GreenMove reinforces the importance of sustainable mobility in shaping the future of rural communities.

Key Highlights of the Kick-Off Meeting

During the three-day event in North Corfu, over 30 representatives from the 17 partner organizations had the opportunity to:

• Exchange best practices and discuss local mobility challenges in a roundtable setting.

• Engage in capacity-building activities aimed at strengthening cross-border collaboration.

• Visit the NATURA 2000-protected Antinioti Lake and the Acharavi Folklore Museum, gaining insight into the region’s natural and cultural heritage.

• Strengthen inter-partner cooperation, fostering connections that will extend beyond the project’s official duration.

The meeting underscored the commitment of all partners to work collectively towards a more sustainable and inclusive rural mobility framework.

Next Steps: Malta Hosts the Second GreenMove Meeting

Following the successful launch, the next GreenMove transnational meeting is set to take place in June 2025 in Malta, hosted by the Siggiewi Local Council. This upcoming event will continue to build on the project's objectives, further refining strategies and strengthening partnerships across Europe.

About GreenMove project:

GreenMove is funded by the European Commission under the CERV-2024-Network of Towns initiative. The project focuses on protecting, promoting, and raising awareness of rural areas at the local, regional, and transnational levels. By fostering democratic dialogue, transparency, and good governance, GreenMove aims to contribute to the protection of European values, the rule of law, and sustainable rural development.