As Serbia accelerates its journey towards a more sustainable and competitive economy, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) remains one of its key investors and partners. With annual investments exceeding...

Wastewater management in Serbia still lags behind European standards, and the number of treatment facilities remains far below the necessary level. In order to reach acceptable standards for protecting watercourses and align...

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a decrease in people's mobility, resulting in a significant drop in emissions from the aviation sector. However, the latest data shows that by 2024, emissions have almost...

Every year, tens of millions of tons of textiles are produced worldwide. The textile industry, which has become highly dynamic in the 21st century, impacts the environment like never before. Textile production...

Atypical cancers, endocrine disorders, neurological impairments, allergies, and vector-borne diseases are a common denominator, whether we are talking about climate change or excessive plastic pollution as their cause. The ability of the...

In 2024, the European Union imported 12,900 tonnes of rare earth elements, marking a 29.3 percent decrease compared to the previous year. At the same time, exports remained relatively stable at 5,500...

By implementing the circular model, society gains numerous benefits, fosters innovation, creates new jobs, and establishes longterm economic stability. Additionally, the circular economy promotes responsible consumption behavior, increasing awareness about preserving natural...

The European Union, under one of its transport sector regulations, had set a binding target to reduce average CO₂ emissions from new cars by 55 percent by 2030 compared to 2021 levels....

S erbia has planned 26 regional landfills to serve as storage centers for municipal waste, but currently, only ten are in operation. The biggest issue is the disposal of municipal waste in...

European biofuel policies have led to serious environmental issues, including global deforestation. Biofuels are produced by processing biomass – organic materials such as plants, agricultural residues, or waste. However, due to negative consequences,...

In order to provide additional flexibility to manufacturers of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles in meeting emission reduction targets, the European Commission has proposed an amendment to the Regulation that sets...

The National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management of Poland (NFOŚiGW) announced on March 31, 2025, two new public calls for funding the development of zero-emission vehicle infrastructure. The total budget...

During tides, seawater gains a specific form of energy that can be harnessed for electricity production—something that has garnered significant attention in recent years. The European Union’s Innovation Fund has recognized the importance...

Establishing a sustainable future requires a comprehensive and coordinated approach to addressing environmental challenges. Inadequate waste management harms the environment and contributes to the emission of harmful gases from unsanitary landfills and...

Bulgaria's Agency for Sustainable Energy Development highlights that the country has the highest level of energy poverty in the European Union, affecting as much as 30 percent of the population. This makes...

Reaffirming its commitment to industrial transformation and regional integration in the Western Balkans, UNIDO convened a meeting with representatives of the Permanent Missions to introduce two new regional projects covering Albania, Bosnia...