With the presentation of the results for the 2024–2026 period and the extension of the Memorandum of Cooperation with the Ministry of Culture, the Cyclone Project of the Athanasios C. Laskaridis Charitable Foundation reaffirms its vital role in the protection of archaeological sites throughout Greece.
Through systematic cleaning, vegetation management, and waste removal efforts, the program actively contributes to the prevention of natural hazards, the improvement of site functionality, and the enhancement of safety for visitors and employees. At the same time, it incorporates a holistic approach that links the protection of the natural environment with the preservation of cultural heritage.
Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni, emphasized that “the protection of cultural heritage requires strategy, cooperation, and long term planning,” highlighting the Cyclone Project as an example of coordinated action in the face of the challenges posed by the climate crisis.
For his part, Minister of Environment and Energy, Stavros Papastavrou, emphasized that “the protection of the environment and cultural heritage is an indivisible national responsibility,” noting that cooperation between the State, private initiatives, and civil society can yield substantial and measurable results.
The Foundation’s President, Evi Lazou-Laskaridis, stated that “through systematic interventions and data collection, we make a substantial contribution to risk prevention and the enhancement of archaeological sites,” highlighting the importance of operational consistency and long-term commitment.
To date, the Cyclone Project has carried out interventions at 76 archaeological sites, maintaining a continuous presence in the field and leaving a measurable environmental, social, and cultural impact. The program continues to expand, creating a model of collaboration that strengthens the resilience of monuments and highlights the importance of collective action for the future.
