Nikolay Pavlov named Bulgarian minister of energy
Further liberalization of the electricity market and diversification of sources and routes of energy resources will be the main priorities of new Bulgarian minister of energy Nikolay Pavlov. Pavlov, who took over the position from Temenuzhka Petkova, said that the main purpose of his work will be to maintain the stability of the country and proper […]
Montenegro increased tariff for renewables and high-efficiency cogeneration
Montenegro increased the tariff subsidy for electricity from renewable energy sources and high efficiency cogeneration from 0,12 to 0,47 eurocents per kWh. The decision drew harsh criticism from the opposition and a part of the civil sector. According to the Montenegrin Ministry of economy, the biggest impact on the tariff comes from Krnovo wind park, […]
Sweden funds innovative technology transfer to new markets
The Swedish Agency for Regional and Economic Growth is looking for applicants with innovative technology for its Demo Environment programme. Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina are listed among countries which can apply for funds as buyers. The Demo Environment programme supports environmental entrepreneurs offering clean technology products, systems, processes and services to new markets, as […]
VIDEO – Perspective: SEE region ready for energy efficiency improvements by Ankica Barbulov
Thanks to legislative framework in place and ESCO companies bringing to the region energy services expertise from more developed markets, South-east Europe is finally ready to improve its energy efficiency. The potential is huge, both in private and public sector, according to Ankica Barbulov, director of GGE ESCO in a video interview for Balkan Green […]
Plastic waste from Ljubljana will be incinerated in Vienna
Plastic waste from Ljubljana and its vicinity shall be transported to Vienna for non-profit incineration, as part of collaboration between the two cities, confirmed the waste management company “Snaga” from Ljubljana. Under the agreement between Vienna and Ljubljana, Slovenian waste would be incinerated at the price of EUR 54 per ton, which would be covered […]
Issa Grotto Hill House – energy self-sufficient house on Vis island
Issa Grotto Hill House, a sustainable retreat on the Croatian island of Vis, was declared one of the best architectural projects in the world. It is an example of green architecture that upholds the principles of energy efficiency. Architect Davor Mateković from Proarh studio designed a house on the slope of a steep hill, built […]
Zumtobel Group to invest EUR 30 million in luminaire plant in Niš
The Austrian company Zumtobel Group, well-known for the production of innovative lighting systems, will invest EUR 30 million in a luminaire production plant in Niš, Serbia. The Supervisory Board of Zumtobel Group approves the construction of a luminaire production plant in Niš on the south of Serbia, reads a press release on the company’s website. […]
REC Serbia is looking for country office director
The Regional Environmental Center, i.e. REC Serbia is looking for a director for its Serbian country office. The deadline for applications is February 14, 2017. The director of REC Serbia will be responsible for the overall management of the office in accordance with high ethical standards, local regulations and the REC’s internal policies and procedures. The […]