Christos Zoumides

Christos Zoumides is a Research Scientist at the Water Department of the Energy, Environment and Water Research Center (EEWRC) within The Cyprus Institute. His work focuses on bridging scientific knowledge with societal needs, particularly in semi-arid environments.

• Education: PhD in Environmental Management (Cyprus University of Technology, 2014), MSc in Ecological Economics (University of Edinburgh, 2008), BSc in Economics and Environmental Science (University of Stirling, 2007).

Research Interests:
Christos specializes in ecosystem services, water and land management practices, and climate change adaptation in Mediterranean regions. His work spans:

• Water resource economics and virtual water trade
• Stakeholder-driven policy development
• Sustainability indicators for semi-arid regions
• Mountain terrace rehabilitation and soil conservation

Scientific Contributions:
Recent publications highlight his expertise in:

• Climate adaptation strategies for agricultural systems
• Economic evaluation of green water in crop production
• Soil erosion control using geospatial methods
• Community-based flood risk management
• Comparative analysis of water governance across Europe