Korea–Serbia Strategic Energy Development Forum: A New Chapter in Bilateral Energy Cooperation

Korea–Serbia Strategic Energy Development Forum
The Korea–Serbia Strategic Energy Development Forum, held in Belgrade on September 2, 2025, brought together officials, experts, and industry leaders. The event focused on nuclear power, hydrogen technologies, and renewable projects, underlining Serbia’s energy security as a national priority. For Korea, the forum opened new opportunities to expand cooperation and share expertise in Europe.
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Edible City: How Urban Gardens Transform Cities Beyond Food

Edible cities integrate urban gardens into public spaces, delivering multiple social, ecological, and economic benefits beyond food production. From Andernach to Belgrade, European cities are piloting edible landscapes as infrastructure for climate adaptation, community building, and environmental education. Research shows that inclusive, co-designed programs yield stronger social outcomes than purely technological approaches. Practical guidance for planners emphasizes mapping, governance, skills pipelines, and a mosaic of micro-sites to maximize impact.
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Energy Week 2025 and Beyond: An Interview with Inessa Shahnazarova on Opportunities in the Western Balkans

Inessa Shahnazarova
The Western Balkans is stepping onto the energy stage with new auctions, ambitious targets, and a push to integrate into Europe’s power market. In this interview, Inessa Shahnazarova, Founder and Executive Director of Invest In Network, shares why 2025 feels like a turning point for the region. From grid modernization to fresh opportunities for investors, she explains what makes this year’s Energy Week is so important.
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How to Spot Greenwashing: When Sustainability Is Just a Sales Strategy

How to Spot Greenwashing
As sustainability becomes a powerful marketing tool, more brands are making environmental claims that don’t always hold up to scrutiny. This article explores how to spot greenwashing in everyday products and advertising — helping consumers make informed, responsible choices in a market flooded with misleading “green” labels
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Air Quality in the Balkan Capitals: Confronting the Urban Sustainability Challenge

Air Quality in Balkan Capitals
Air quality in the Balkan capitals remains a defining challenge for the region’s urban sustainability goals. This article explores how pollution, carbon emissions, and weak governance are constraining progress in Western Balkan cities. Despite lower per capita emissions, cities struggle to decarbonize due to fossil fuel dependence and outdated heating and transport systems. Public health impacts are severe, yet policy responses remain fragmented. The piece concludes by calling for a strategic shift from declarations to action to secure a sustainable urban future.
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The 5th Athens ESG Forum Highlights the Gaps Between Reporting and Real Value

Gaps Between Reporting and Real Value
PRESS RELEASE The 5th Athens ESG Forum examined the widening gaps between ESG reporting and real value creation. Bringing together 70+ experts and 300+ attendees, the event explored whether ESG still delivers on its promises or risks becoming just a reporting exercise. Key discussions included the need for a more inclusive, transparent ESG framework that aligns with real market value and stakeholder needs.
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Urban Heat and Green Infrastructure: Lessons from Belgrade’s Record Summer

Belgrade's heat

As summer approaches and the risk of extreme heat increases, it is worth recalling what happened last year. The summer of 2024 placed Belgrade among the cities experiencing record-breaking heat waves, with temperatures soaring above 40°C during several consecutive days,…

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