BEYOND THE DISASTER, Science, Decision-Making and Crisis Management : Lessons Learned from the La Palma Volcanic Eruption 26/11/2026
The Hellenic-Spanish Chamber of Commerce is pleased to annouce the event BEYOND THE DISASTER, Science, Decision-Making and Crisis Management : Lessons Learned from the La Palma Volcanic Eruption under the auspicious of the Spanish Embassy.
The event will bring together experts and institutional representatives from Greece and Spain to exchange knowledge and experiences on natural disaster prevention, emergency response, institutional coordination and economic and social recovery.
A special presentation will be delivered by Dr. Stavros Meletlidis, Greek volcanologist at Spain’s National Geographic Institute (IGN) and member of the Scientific Committee of PEVOLCA during the 2021 volcanic eruption of La Palma, who will share first-hand insights and lessons learned from this major emergency.
The presentation will be followed by a high-level round table on Natural Disaster Management, bringing together representatives from relevant public institutions, emergency response agencies, the scientific community and the private sector to exchange experiences, discuss best practices and explore opportunities for stronger coordination and resilience in the face of natural disasters.
- Date: 25/11/2026
- Time: 18.30-20.00
- Venue: Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Athens 10, Alexandras Ave. 10682 Athens
Further information, including the detailed program will follow shortly. Registration to the event is required HERE.