Is EU to sacrifice Balkans to secure resources for its energy transition
The EU is lowering environmental standards for mining lithium and other materials for the energy transition, but the Western Balkans and other third countries are set to take an even heavier burden
Mihajlović: Lithium mine in Serbia would be digitalized, with no liquid waste
Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Zorana Mihajlović claims the lithium mine in Jadar would be completely digitalized and without sulfuric acid fumes or liquid waste
7-month shutdown of TPP Pljevlja planned for 2024 as part of ecological reconstruction
TPP Pljevlja's ecological reconstruction will not require a temporary shutdown in 2023, but a 7-month stoppage is planned for 2024
Scientists warn rainwater is unsafe to drink
The levels of so-called forever chemicals in rainwater exceed the most stringent standards developed by health and environmental agencies
Activists warn Jadar project abandonment is a farce, investor does not give up on planned activities while waiting for new government
Rio Tinto said it intends to complete the internal feasibility study for its Jadar lithium project in Serbia, citing "previous commitments"
Drought lowers hydropower plant output in Serbia, Europe
The water flow in Serbia's hydropower system dropped by a half, increasing the need for electricity imports, but the situation is similar across Europe
Heatwaves, drought hit Europe in world’s third warmest July ever
Prolonged and intense heatwaves affected parts of Europe during July and are continuing in August
Norway to impose power export controls
Norway is preparing a framework for limiting electricity exports at times when the levels of water in hydropower accumulations are low