Municipality of Amorgos

Municipality of Amorgos

Amorgos island belongs to the Cyclades island complex in the Aegean Sea. With a coastline of 126 km and is characterized by its steep mountainous terrain. According to the 2021 census, it has 2,188 permanent residents; however, throughout the summer, it experiences significant tourist inflows.

On the island, there are two active ports in Katapola and Aegiali respectively, which contribute to the commercial, passenger, shipping, tourism, and fishing activities of the island. Additionally, a fishing association operates on the island.”

Prefecture : South Aegean
Population : 2.188
Member since : 2023
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Practices for the marine environment

The Municipality of Alonnisos is a founding member of the Blue Municipalities Network and has implemented the following practices for the conservation of the marine ecosystem:

  • 1 Marine Litter Collection Station at the Fishing shelter of Katapola that has contributed to the collection of 990 recyclable pieces (2023)
  • 1 widespread initiative including underwater and coastal clean-ups
  • 2 research programs that included sampling and analysis of seabed sediments and microplastics
  • 4 educational programs in primary and secondary education classes
  • 1 workshop for the local community