Ioannina continues to struggle with smoke pollution, prompting Mayor Thomas Begkas to call for a comprehensive strategy to address air quality issues. While the municipality welcomes the ‘Change Heating Systems and Water Heaters’ program, Begkas highlights the need for better collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and Energy. The region is also pushing for government support as it participates in the European mission for climate-neutral cities. A local coalition has initiated a petition to urge decisive actions from authorities against the persistent smog.