Serbia Introduces European Standards for the Quality of Pellets and Briquettes
For the first time, Serbia has adopted a Rulebook on Solid Fuels from Wood Biomass, establishing systematic regulations for the quality of pellets and briquettes on the domestic market. With this regulation, Serbia aligns with European Union standards and significantly…
Installation of All Wind Turbines Completed in Kostolac
Elektroprivreda Srbije (EPS) has completed the installation of all 20 wind turbines within its first wind farm in Kostolac, marking the entry of this significant project into its final phase. The wind turbines, standing 179 meters tall, are distributed across…
Learning Under the Canopy: Belgraders Attend Tree Workshop by the Danube
A Sunday afternoon on the Zemun Quay was marked by nature, learning, and community spirit. Citizens had the opportunity to spend the day outdoors, learning about the trees that inhabit this riverside area. The first workshop was organized by the…
Turkey’s Solar and Wind Potential on the Rise
The combined share of wind and solar energy in Turkey’s electricity generation reached 18 percent last year, according to Ember’s Turkey Electricity Review 2025, published for the fourth consecutive year, which analyzes electricity generation and consumption data. The increase in…
Challenges and Opportunities for Montenegro on the Path to a Circular Economy
Countries in the region are making significant strides in implementing a circular economy (CE), which is vital for reducing dependence on primary resources, boosting competitiveness, and protecting the environment. We spoke with Milena Rmuš, Secretary of the Coordinating Committee for…
Drop in Rare Earth Imports to the EU – A Shift in Supply Strategy?
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 tonnes, down just 0.8 percent. These figures from…
Coal Use at Its Lowest in the Past 20 Years
Electricity production from coal reached its lowest level in the past two decades last year, totaling 44 gigawatts (GW), marking a strong signal for the continued decline in the use of the most harmful fossil fuel, according to the annual…