European Commission: Fossil fuels received majority of energy subsidies in SEE in 2019
Most energy subsidies in Southeastern Europe in 2019 were directed to fossil fuels, led by Bulgaria and Greece
Single-use plastic products banned in Slovakia
Packaging and non-packaging made of OXO-biodegradable plastic arriving after 3.7.2021. may no longer be placed or distributed on the Slovak market.
Two Chinese companies to build 84 MW wind farm near Tomislavgrad
Ivovik, which will cost EUR 130 million to build, will be the biggest wind farm and the largest-ever investment in renewable energy in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Kosovo’s* 102.6 MW wind farm Bajgora goes on stream
The wind farm, with 27 turbines supplied by General Electric, has started feeding electricity into the grid, according to a statement from Notus.
Leaked papers reveal major pushback against fossil fuel phaseout
Saudi Arabia, Australia, and OPEC are lobbying against fossil fuel phaseout, while Brazil and Argentina oppose the promotion of meat-free diet.
Europe’s first LFP battery factory to be built in Serbia
ElevenEs will produce LFP batteries for vehicles and energy storage in Subotica, Serbia. It will build the plant with the help of EU funds.
Tuzla plans to decarbonize its district heating system
Tuzla intends to cut heating emissions to 4% of their current level by 2040 with desulphurization, renewables and network expansion
Coldplay to use fans’ kinetic energy to cut CO2 emissions on world tour
To mitigate the carbon footprint during the 2022 tour, the British rock band will use solar panels, biofuel, a mobile rechargeable battery, and a kinetic floor to convert fans’ movements into energy.
