On 12 November 2026, the G4G Center in Gevgelija hosted the third workshop of the Green for Good (G4G) project, entitled “Climate-Resilient Local Development.” Organised by project partner CISS, the event brought together representatives of local institutions, project partners and other stakeholders.
How can climate challenges be turned into opportunities for sustainable local development? This question was at the heart of the workshop, connecting European climate policies with practical solutions for local communities in the cross-border region.
Prof. Dr. Strahinja Trpevski presented European climate strategies and objectives for 2030, focusing on five interconnected sectors: renewable energy, water management, forestry, agriculture and tourism.
The presentation explored practical approaches to improving energy efficiency in public buildings, integrating solar energy and using digital tools for energy planning. It also addressed sustainable water management, wildfire prevention, climate-resilient agriculture and the adaptation of tourism destinations to changing climate conditions.
Turning ideas into practical proposals
During the interactive session, participants worked together to identify sectoral priorities and propose possible responses to local climate challenges. Ideas included improved water monitoring, forest-fire prevention, more efficient agricultural resource use, circular-economy practices and sustainable, accessible tourism.
Discussions also addressed implementation challenges, including limited funding, ageing infrastructure, administrative barriers and the need for stronger institutional coordination.
The programme was complemented by two study visits – providing practical examples of water management and renewable energy applications.
The workshop highlighted the importance of cooperation between municipalities, public institutions and local stakeholders in developing realistic, sustainable and climate-resilient solutions.
The Green for Good (G4G) project is implemented under the Interreg VI-A IPA Greece – North Macedonia 2021–2027 Programme and is co-funded by the European Union and the National Funds of the participating countries.
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