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Trial Operation of the “Petka” Solar Power Plant Begins in Kostolac
The “Petka” solar power plant in Kostolac, with a capacity of 10 megawatts, has officially entered trial operation. It is located on the site of a former mining disposal area, and according to Dubravka Đedović Handanović, Serbia’s Minister of Mining…
Serbia on a Mission to Decarbonize Energy Sector
Despite facing numerous challenges, Serbia remains committed to decarbonizing its energy sector, as demonstrated by amendments to the Energy Law and significant investments in renewable energy sources. We spoke with Rade Mrdak, Advisor to the Minister of Mining and Energy…
While Dust Blows Across Local Construction Sites – China Erects Protective Domes
After a heatwave brought scorching temperatures, drought, and stifling air with not a breath of wind, the Balkans were hit this week by a severe storm. In Belgrade, the public’s attention was drawn to videos and photos that quickly spread…
Lithuania Considers Returning to Nuclear Energy – a Growing Trend Across Europe
For some time now, Europe has been increasingly turning to nuclear energy as a pillar of energy security and decarbonization. Lithuania is also taking concrete steps in this direction. The government of this Baltic state has established a working group…
International Plastic Bag Free Day: Small Packages, Big Problem
Every year, on July 3rd, International Plastic Bag Free Day is marked across the world. It was launched in 2009 by environmental organizations and later supported by the global movement Break Free from Plastic, founded in 2016. The aim of…
When Food Waste Becomes a Resource
Food waste presents a serious global challenge that goes beyond economic and environmental dimensions, pointing to a deep imbalance in the world. While millions of people go hungry, enormous quantities of food end up as waste. The United Nations has…
CIRES Study: Wildfires Pollute Rivers for Up to Eight Years After They Burn
The time of year has arrived when red weather alerts become a daily feature in forecasts. High temperatures and dry air pose a danger related to a phenomenon once considered seasonal and mostly local—but which has now become global. Wildfires,…