Monday, 15th September 2025

Environment

Adriatic Sea A Neglected Cradle of Biodiversity

The Adriatic-Ionian basin is one of Europe’s richest marine ecosystems, yet protection levels remain strikingly low. A...

Montenegro Secures €26 Million Loan for Wind Park Expansion

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a €26 million loan for the expansion of the Gvozd wind park in Montenegro, cementing the country’s push...

42 Earthquakes in One Day Rattle the Adriatic Sea

On July 30, the Adriatic Sea experienced an unusual spike in seismic activity: 42 earthquakes in just 24 hours, with the strongest reaching a...

Yet Another Delay on NIS Sanctions

Belgrade has secured a one-month extension of the U.S. sanctions waiver for NIS, Serbia’s Gazprom-controlled oil company, just before the July 29 expiry.  The reprieve allows Serbia...

Mystery Panther Disappears Without a Trace in Bulgaria

After nearly two weeks of alarm and a lockdown of the Shumen Plateau Nature Park, Bulgarian authorities have called off the active search for...

Adria Bakes Under Intense Heatwave

From Slovenia’s coast to Serbia’s plains, much of the Adria region sweltered under extreme heat on 25 and 26 July. Daily highs reached 30–35 °C, with...

The Wind Is Changing

With €500 million in investment, North Macedonia is betting on renewables — and regional influence North Macedonia is making headlines — not for political discord...

Slovenia Steps Into EU Clean Hydrogen Initiative

Slovenia has joined the European Union's Clean Hydrogen Partnership, a move expected to strengthen its efforts in developing a robust hydrogen ecosystem. The initiative...

US and Slovenian Firms Partner to Tackle Plastic Waste

Protein Evolution, a US company pioneering innovative plastic recycling technologies, has partnered with Slovenian biotech firm Acies Bio to scale up the production of...

G20 Brasil/X

G20 Leaders Convene in Brazil to Address Global Challenges

World leaders gathered in Rio de Janeiro for the G20 summit, aiming to tackle pressing global issues, including climate change and sustainable development. During the...

COP29 in Baku: Western Balkans Leaders Call for Urgent Climate Action Amid Mixed Reactions

The COP29 Climate Change Summit has convened in Baku, Azerbaijan, where representatives from 200 countries gathered to address pressing climate challenges and bridge gaps...

Over One-Third of Global Tree Species at Risk of Extinction

Around 38% of the world's tree species are currently under threat of extinction, largely due to deforestation, climate change, urban development, and invasive species,...

Challenges, Disparities, and the Path Forward

While Slovenia and Croatia maintain excellent water quality, the rest of the Adria Region faces declining standards that demand significant investment in water infrastructure Despite...

Montenegro officially bans plastic bags, fines up to 40,000 euros

The new law, which aims to curb environmental damage and protect public health, imposes hefty fines ranging from €1,000 to €40,000 for those who...

Croatian Prison Beekeepers Strike Gold and Silver at International Honey Awards

Lepoglava Prison, located in northern Croatia, won gold for its acacia honey and silver for its chestnut honey, competing against over 236 beekeepers from...