Tzitzikostas, new European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism
23-09-24
The Tourism and Society Think Tank, through its president, Antonio Santos del Valle, congratulated him on his recent appointment.
Apostolos Tzitzikostas has been appointed European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, a responsibility that comes at a crucial time for the European Union (EU). This appointment marks a significant milestone for the EU strategy, which seeks to effectively integrate two key sectors for the continent's economic and environmental future: transport and sustainable tourism. The European Commission has expressed its firm commitment to the fight against climate change and the development of more responsible and efficient tourism, so Tzitzikostas' leadership will be essential to the fulfillment of these objectives.
Tzitzikostas, who previously served as Governor of the Central Macedonia Region in Greece, has been an active advocate of sustainable policies and has worked closely with European institutions for regional development. His experience gives him a comprehensive perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the EU in terms of mobility, tourism and sustainability.
In his new role, the commissioner is tasked with coordinating initiatives to promote the decarbonization of transport and tourism, two sectors responsible for a significant share of greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. In particular, the European Commission is emphasizing electric mobility, the use of clean energies and the creation of infrastructures that facilitate travel without harming the environment.