The TWIN2EXPAND project is proud to announce its active participation in the Cyprus Forum 2025, one of the most prominent public policy events in Cyprus, taking place on 2 October 2025 in Nicosia.
As part of the Forum’s agenda, TWIN2EXPAND will host two panel discussions, both moderated by the Society and Urban Form (SURF) Lab of the University of Cyprus. These discussions will bring together policymakers, academics, and practitioners to explore some of the most pressing issues for sustainable urban transformation.
Panel 1: Building an Open Urban Data Future – The Case of Cyprus
🕛 12:00–13:00 | Nicosia Old Town Hall, Cornaro Room
Panelists:
- Marina Neophytou (University of Cyprus)
- Marios M. Polycarpou (University of Cyprus)
- Pavlos Loizou (Ask Wire)
- Gareth Simons (University College London)
- Valentina Marin (Space Syntax)
Panel 2: Green Deal in Practice – Cyprus Implementation Agenda
🕑 14:00–15:00 | Nicosia Old Town Hall, Cornaro Room
Panelists:
- Charalampos Theopemptou (Cyprus Parliament)
- Eleni Stylianopoulou (Presidency of Cyprus)
- Tadashi Matsumoto (OECD)
- Nicoletta Neophytou (PwC)
- Savvas Vlachos (Cyprus Energy Agency)
Both panels aim to foster dialogue and collaboration on urban resilience, data-driven policymaking, and the implementation of the European Green Deal at the national level.
🔹 Important: Attendance requires advance booking through the Cyprus Forum platform: https://2025.cyprusforum.cy/
We look forward to engaging discussions, knowledge sharing, and networking opportunities at this year’s Cyprus Forum.
