Apply for exchange programme for coal regions in Western Balkans, Ukraine, EU
The exchange programme is part of the Initiative for Coal Regions in Transition in the Western Balkans and Ukraine.
Nine Western Balkan mayors sign declaration to tackle air pollution
Nine Western Balkan mayors have signed a declaration to undertake voluntary measures aimed at reducing air pollution in their cities and municipalities.
Platform Initiative launched to support clean energy transition in coal regions in Western Balkans and Ukraine
The Energy Community Secretariat has announced the launch of a Platform Initiative to support the clean energy transition in coal regions in the Western Balkans and Ukraine through knowledge exchange, technical assistance, and financial assistance. The Platform Initiative will be led by the World Bank and implemented under the political leadership from the European Commission, […]
Romania to allocate EUR 23 million for closure of two coal mines in Jiu Valley
Romania has drafted the decision to grant RON 110 million (EUR 22.6 million) for the closure of coal mines Lonea and Lupeni in the Jiu Valley. The mines are operated by energy company Complexului Energetic Hunedoara (CE Hunedoara). The decision is being prepared by the Ministry of Economy and Energy, according to the local media. […]
Slovenia launches online platform for preparation of coal phaseout strategy
The Ministry of Infrastructure has set up an online platform as the main communication channel for the activities related to the preparation of the national strategy for phasing out coal and the restructuring of coal regions. In accordance with the National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP), Slovenia must prepare a long-term national strategy for the […]
EU launches Just Transition Platform for coal regions
The European Commission has launched the Just Transition Platform to help member states draw up their territorial just transition plans and access funding from the Just Transition Mechanism, worth more than EUR 150 billion. According to the European Union’s executive body, the online tool will provide technical and advisory support for public and private stakeholders […]


