15 June 2018
Press Release
Διεθνές Συνέδριο: «Οι Δραματικές Αλλαγές στον Πλανήτη και οι Ελληνικές Ρίζες της Οικολογικής Ηθικής»
The II International Conference on "The Dramatic Changes on the Planet and the Hellenic Roots of Ecological Ethics" convened at the University of Patras Conference Center from 17 to 20 June 2018. Jointly organized by the University of Patras and the International Center for Sciences and Hellenic Values, the conference brought together researchers from diverse disciplines to examine how ancient Greek ecological thought can inform contemporary environmental challenges.
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A press conference was held in conjunction with the opening of the II International Conference. Organizers outlined the interdisciplinary scope of the event, which spanned topics from ancient meteorology and environmental ethics to modern ecojustice, climate psychology, and planetary health. The conference continued the work begun at the First International Conference, "Ancient Greece and the Modern World," held in Ancient Olympia from 28–31 August 2016.
Conference Chairman Professor Emeritus S. A. Paipetis and Vice-Chairman Mrs. Aikaterini Panagopulos, President of the International Center for Sciences and Hellenic Values, emphasized the urgency of drawing on Hellenic ethical traditions to address the dramatic environmental changes facing the planet.
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The pressing ecological challenges of our time call for a return to foundational principles that once guided human relationships with the natural world. This international conference invites scholars and researchers to examine how ancient Hellenic thought offers a profound framework for environmental ethics. By investigating the philosophical roots of ecological responsibility, participants explore timeless values that emphasize harmony between human activity and the broader ecosystem. The gathering serves as a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, bringing together specialists from the sciences and humanities to address the dramatic changes unfolding on the planet.
Press coverage of the conference highlights the growing recognition that ancient Greek philosophy contains essential insights for contemporary environmental protection. Journalists and media representatives covering the event have focused on the unique approach of tracing modern ecological ethics back to their Hellenic origins. The discussions and presentations featured in press releases underscore the urgency of reexamining cultural values that once promoted stewardship of the earth. Media outlets have noted the conference's role in bridging antiquity with present-day concerns, offering a fresh perspective on sustainability rooted in classical wisdom.
The conference program features invited speakers who are leading figures in environmental philosophy, ecology, and classical studies. Their presentations address the degradation of natural systems and the ethical responses required to reverse current trends. Through careful investigation of ancient texts and practices, these scholars reveal how Hellenic civilization understood the interconnectedness of all life. The media materials distributed to attending journalists provide comprehensive background on the research being presented, ensuring accurate and informed reporting on the conference's significant contributions to environmental discourse.
An important theme explored in press materials is the concept of ecological ethics as a natural extension of Hellenic philosophical inquiry. The ancient Greeks recognized that human flourishing depends on the health of the surrounding environment, a principle that resonates strongly with modern ecological science. Conference participants examine how this worldview can inform current measures for ecosystem protection and pollution reduction. Media representatives have been provided with detailed summaries of the research findings, enabling them to communicate the relevance of these historical insights to contemporary environmental policy and personal responsibility.
The conference organizers have prepared a range of press resources to facilitate comprehensive media coverage of the event. These materials include detailed abstracts of presentations, biographical information on speakers, and summaries of the key themes being investigated. Journalists covering the conference are encouraged to attend the opening ceremony and special sessions that highlight the intersection of ancient philosophy and modern environmental science. The media presence at this gathering reflects a broader societal interest in rediscovering the ethical foundations that can guide humanity through the dramatic ecological changes facing the planet today.
- United Nations Regional Information Centre (UNRIC)
- Hellenic-American Professional Society of California (HAPSC)
- Ancient Olympics
For further press inquiries, contact: paipetis@timelessgreece.org.