energy efficiency
Croatia proposes investments from EU ETS proceeds of EUR 650 million
28 April 2026 - Within the framework of EU ETS, Croatia is counting on EUR 650 million through 2030 from auctions of greenhouse gas emission allowances
Bankwatch: Western Balkans must abandon waste-to-energy incineration
22 April 2026 - Plans for waste incinerators and co-incineration in the Western Balkans pose high financial and health risks, CEE Bankwatch Network warns
BiH canton to invest EUR 16 million in energy efficiency
16 April 2026 - The investment is intended for energy renovation of public buildings, predominantly educational and health institutions
Warm homes, lower bills, stronger EU: the power of citizen-led energy networks
15 April 2026 - Community-led heating and cooling networks can lower costs, boost comfort, and support the EU’s transition to clean, locally produced energy.
North Macedonia adopts Integrated National Energy and Climate Plan 2025-2030
14 April 2026 - North Macedonia's new NECP, covering the period from 2025 to 2030, brings 61 measures for a strong renewables growth and European standards
Local authorities in Romania joining solar fever, easing energy crisis shock
13 April 2026 - From village communes to the capital city, local authorities in Romania are investing in photovoltaics, which implies substantial savings
BEF 2026 reveals new wave of sponsors as Belgrade prepares to host regional energy elite
13 April 2026 - Belgrade Energy Forum – BEF 2026 has expanded its partner network and is welcoming another group ranging from renewable energy giants to industrial associations.
Montenegro to introduce zero-emission buildings, mandatory energy savings in public sector
02 April 2026 - The government adopted the roadmap for the transposition of the EPBD and EED directives, and the adoption of the National Building Renovation Plan
North Macedonia to invest EUR 50 million in energy renovation of public buildings
31 March 2026 - The Ministry of Energy, Mining and Mineral Resources started preparations for investments in the energy renovation of public buildings
Serbia negotiating loan to finance gas pipelines, energy efficiency
27 March 2026 - The Government of Serbia is discussing a new program to finance the construction of gas pipelines and subsidize energy efficiency measures
IEA urges demand-side measures to ease energy crisis from Iran war
20 March 2026 - The escalating energy crisis from the Iran war can be eased with a range of demand-side measures spanning transportation, cooking and industrial production
Antalya in Turkey to install power turbines inside water supply pipelines
18 March 2026 - Projects are underway in Antalya in southern Turkey for two hydropower turbines totaling 1.9 MW inside water pipelines