Elena Meleshkina

Joined: October 6, 2024
Articles: 74

Conferences And Exhibitions, Interviews

Fewer Panels, More Conversations and What Happens Next

Energy & Investment Days 2026 will take place on 14–15 October at Novi Sad Fair, with the support of the Provincial Secretariat for Energy, Construction and Transport of the Government of Vojvodina. The programme of Energy & Investment Days brings…

Elena Meleshkina
September 30, 2026

Quality Lifestyle, Sustainable Urbanization

Happy City Index 2026: What Does It Really Measure?

European city waterfront with cyclists, pedestrians and green public space, overlaid with subtle data graphics representing measurable urban conditions

The Happy City Index 2026 ranks 250 cities using 64 indicators, but does it actually measure happiness? New Polis examines the methodology and compares the ranking with residents’ own assessments of urban life, revealing where the two perspectives align and where they diverge.

Elena Meleshkina
September 21, 2026

Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development

AI Data Centres and the Energy Transition: How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Energy Investment

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a digital technology. It is becoming a powerful force reshaping energy investment, electricity infrastructure and regional competitiveness, creating new opportunities for the Western Balkans in the emerging AI economy.

Elena Meleshkina
July 13, 2026

Conferences And Exhibitions

Balkan Battery Day 2026: Southeast Europe’s Storage Market Moves Toward Implementation

Balkan Battery Day 2026 in Athens brought together developers, investors, utilities and technology providers to discuss the rapid growth of battery energy storage across Southeast Europe. The conference focused on grid access, financing, market regulation and the growing role of BESS in supporting renewable integration and energy security.

Elena Meleshkina
May 27, 2026

Interviews, Sustainable Urbanization

Beyond the 15-Minute City: An Interview with Carlos Moreno on Time, Proximity and Future Cities

the author of 15-minute city concept Carlos Moreno

In this interview, Carlos Moreno reflects on how the idea of the 15-minute city has evolved into a broader discussion about time, proximity, resilience, and quality of urban life. He also discusses social fragmentation, urban regeneration, and why future cities must become more human-centred rather than simply more “smart.”

Elena Meleshkina
May 20, 2026

Conferences And Exhibitions, Interviews

Energy Storage in the Balkans: An Interview with Alex Blomfield Ahead of Balkan Battery Day

Ahead of Balkan Battery Day 2026, New Polis spoke with Alex Blomfield about the rapid growth of energy storage in Southeast Europe and the challenges facing the region’s evolving battery market. In the interview, he discusses regulation, financing, grid flexibility, and the investment outlook for storage projects across the Balkans.

Elena Meleshkina
May 19, 2026

Conferences And Exhibitions, Sustainable Balkans

Belgrade Energy Forum 2026: Energy Transition Under Pressure

Belgrade Energy Forum 2026 in Belgrade brought together policymakers, companies and energy experts to discuss security, CBAM, infrastructure and the challenges facing Southeast Europe’s energy transition. The discussions highlighted the growing importance of regional projects and cross-border cooperation in a period of geopolitical instability and market uncertainty.

Elena Meleshkina
May 13, 2026

Conferences And Exhibitions, Interviews, Sustainable Balkans

Interview with Predrag Rađen: Rethinking Sustainable Architecture and Energy Efficiency

Predrag Rađen, founder of ArchyEnergy conference about sustainable architecture

Predrag Rađen, founder of ArchyEnergy, discusses the growing role of sustainable architecture and energy efficiency in the Western Balkans. In this interview, he reflects on regional construction trends, industry challenges, and the evolving role of platforms like ArchyEnergy 2026 in shaping more sustainable building practices.

Elena Meleshkina
May 6, 2026

Conferences And Exhibitions, Sustainable Balkans

Adria Future Summit 2026: From Vision to Execution

Adria Future Summit 2026, held in Porto Montenegro, Tivat, is convened by Sustineri Partners in partnership with the Government of Montenegro and under the auspices of the President of Montenegro. The event brought together around 1,200 participants from four continents.…

Elena Meleshkina
April 29, 2026

Conferences And Exhibitions, Interviews, Sustainable Balkans

From ESG Talk to Real Transactions: Interview with Biljana Braithwaite Ahead of Adria Future Summit 2026

Biljana Braithwaite, Adria Future Summit

In this interview, Biljana Braithwaite, CEO and Founding Partner of Sustineri Partners, discusses the evolving role of ESG in shaping investment decisions across Southeast Europe. She explains why execution remains the region’s key constraint and how platforms like the Adria Future Summit aim to turn ideas into real transactions.

Elena Meleshkina
April 18, 2026