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Social Innovation Forum Held in Belgrade
On September 25, 2025, in Belgrade, the 11th Social Innovation Forum, Serbia’s largest conference dedicated to social economy and innovation, was held under the slogan “Where Investment Meets Purpose”. Organized by Smart Kolektiv with the support of Impact Europe, the…
Western Balkans Mayors Launch Green Mayors Alliance in Durrës
Municipal leaders from across the Western Balkans have come together to launch the Green Mayors Alliance, a new regional platform designed to accelerate the green transition through local leadership and cooperation. The initiative was formalized with the signing of a…
Central and Eastern Europe at an Energy Crossroads: Secure and Clean Future at Stake
Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) is facing a pivotal moment in its energy trajectory, according to a new report from the Clean Air Task Force (CATF). Russia’s war in Ukraine has exposed the region’s heavy reliance on Russian fossil fuels…
Setback for Urban Air Mobility: Two Flying Cars Involved in Crash During Air Show Rehearsal
An accident involving two flying cars occurred during an air show rehearsal in the Chinese city of Changchun on September 16. According to local reports, one vehicle caught fire while attempting a vertical takeoff, while the second failed to complete…
Politicians Dramatically Underestimate Public Support for Climate Action
A new global study has uncovered a striking disconnect between politicians and the public on climate action — one that could be slowing down progress in tackling the climate crisis.Researchers found that decision-makers believe citizens are far less willing to…
A New Political Climate – Will Poland Maintain Its Renewable Energy Momentum?
This news is provided by our media partner Energetski Portal. In recent months, Poland held presidential elections in which Karol Navrocki, a conservative candidate skeptical of the EU’s climate policy, emerged as the winner. His rise to power has raised…
ECOMONDO & KEY Info Day in Belgrade
On 9 September in Belgrade, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia (CCIS), in partnership with Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) and with the support of the Embassy of Italy in Belgrade and the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), is hosting…
Kazakhstan’s “100 Green Villages” Initiative: Pioneering Eco-Friendly Living
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources has unveiled an ambitious pilot to build 100 autonomous “green” villages nationwide. Though exact timelines remain tentative, active construction may begin as early as next year, with new settlements planned across all regions.Each…
Spain Turns Abandoned Railways Into Smart Green Mobility Labs
Spain’s disused railways could soon carry passengers again, not through costly new trains, but with solar-powered, autonomous mini-trains designed for rural mobility. The RuRail project aims to repurpose hundreds of kilometres of unused tracks, offering low-emission, on-demand transport that reconnects…
Solar Trees: When Design Blooms Into Energy
The fusion of sculpture and sustainability is reshaping city skylines.They rise like futuristic oaks in concrete jungles—sleek, elegant, and quietly powerful. Solar trees, with their sun-catching “leaves” and battery “trunks,” are redefining how renewable energy can look and feel in…