Residents of Megalopolis, Greece, gathered to protest the impending closure of the 4th lignite unit and its associated mines by the end of the year. The demonstration was attended by various local stakeholders, including workers, students, and local officials, demanding job security, investments, and the rejection of privatization. Tensions arose with law enforcement during attempts to block a major highway. Local leaders discussed the region’s transition to a new economic model, emphasizing ongoing support and projects aimed at revitalizing the area post-lignite.