Meloni’s Italy-Albania deal faces another judicial set-back – Euractiv
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Serbia secures financing for innovative solar thermal energy storage
The Novi Sad District Heating Company secured financing f0r its solar thermal project, for an innovative hybrid system for seasonal energy storage that would combine solar collectors, thermal storage and heat pumps. The investment is aimed at decarbonizing the city’s district heating and enabling conditions for balancing the power system. The solar thermal project is […]
European Green Deal’s secret weapon: education
Author: Dr. Eng. Alexandru Muresan/Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Renergia, and EUSEW Young Energy Ambassador As the EU and its member states make significant investments in green technologies and infrastructure, it is imperative to address the human element of this transition. There is a pressing need for a specialized workforce, and many countries are already experiencing […]
Serbia’s prosecutor charges 13 in a deadly canopy fall that fueled mass protests
Serbia’s public prosecutor on Monday indicted 13 people, including a former minister, over the collapse of a concrete canopy that killed 15 people last month and triggered weeks of massive
EU Integration and Its Impact on Business Regulations in the Balkans
2.12.24 Marko Vuković The Western Balkans have long aspired to join the European Union (EU), a process that necessitates significant reforms, particularly in business regulations. These countries must align with EU standards to ensure a seamless integration into the single market. A key aspect of this alignment involves adopting the EU’s regulatory framework, known as […]
Albania’s Tech Landscape: How It’s Evolving and What the Future Holds
12.12.24 Mira Petrović In recent years, Albania has increasingly been seen as a potential tech hub in the Balkans, drawing interest from both regional players and international investors. With a growing digital infrastructure and a favourable business environment, Albania is positioning itself as a key player in the region’s emerging tech scene. The Albanian government […]
The Economic Fallout of Albania’s TikTok Ban
18.12.24 Ana Kovach In early 2023, Albania became one of the first countries in Europe to officially ban TikTok, citing concerns over national security, data privacy and potential political manipulation. The decision has sparked significant debate over the country’s economic consequences. TikTok has become a vital platform for Albanian businesses to reach global audiences. Its […]
Echoes of change: Comparing Serbia’s student protests with N. Macedonia’s Color Revolution | Opinion
The student protests sweeping across Serbia have garnered significant attention, with thousands of young voices demanding accountability and justice in response to a series of tragedies and systemic failures. Considering that protesters reject all government solutions and willingness to fix societal issues, the situation echoes the Color Revolution in North Macedonia. In 2015-2016, North Macedonian […]
Kostadinov: The Green for Growth Fund is accelerating its expansion after topping EUR 1 billion mark
Financial institutions and authorities in the Western Balkans should continue to promote the energy transition and decarbonization in a compelling way in order that the wider society sees the benefits and economic gain, says Borislav Kostadinov, Fund Director for the Green for Growth Fund (GGF) at Finance in Motion. In an interview with Balkan Green […]
Tens of thousands gather in anti-government protest in Belgrade – Euractiv
Tens of thousands of people gathered in central Belgrade on Sunday to protest against President Aleksandar Vučić and his ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), whom they blame for a railway station roof collapse last month that killed 15 people. The concrete awning of the recently renovated roof of Novi Sad station caved in on 1 […]