The Green Passport: A Comprehensive Guide to Sustainable Development Education in Europe and the UK

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Abstract: As the global economy shifts toward a net-zero future, the demand for "green" expertise is outstripping academic supply. This article analyzes the educational landscape in Europe and the UK, distinguishing between specialized and integrated programs to help students build a strategic foundation for their professional future.
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Can Low-Cost Technology Fill the Gaps in Air Quality Monitoring?

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Low-cost sensors are increasingly reshaping air quality monitoring by enabling denser and more affordable data collection in urban environments. The article examines their reliability, compares them with reference stations, and explores how integrated monitoring systems can support more effective public health and urban policy decisions.
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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.
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Middle East Crisis and Energy Security: Is This a Turning Point for Renewables?

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The Middle East escalation has exposed how deeply global energy systems remain tied to geopolitical risk, from disrupted LNG flows to rising prices across Asia and Europe. The crisis is also accelerating a strategic shift, as energy security and renewable energy become increasingly linked in Europe’s response to market volatility. The article analyzes how these dynamics are reshaping global energy markets and redefining Europe’s approach to resilience.
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Air Pollution in Skopje: Causes, Consequences and Path to Solutions

Air Pollution in Skopje
This study investigates the extent and structural factors contributing to Air Pollution in Skopje, particularly during the winter seasons of 2025 and 2026, when pollution levels exceeded critical limits. The study emphasizes the interaction between old-fashioned heating methods, transportation emissions, industries, and geographic constraints that have made Skopje one of the world’s most polluted cities. In addition, the paper explores the adverse impacts on public health and reviews current policy measures, noting their shortcomings. Finally, the study proposes a number of systematic strategies essential for improving the air quality situation in Skopje.
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Local Energy Security in Central and Eastern Europe: The Urban Energy Shift

Local Energy Security
This article explores how Local Energy Security is reshaping energy systems in Central and Eastern Europe. It highlights the growing role of cities in driving renewable energy adoption, improving resilience, and navigating governance constraints. Case studies from Warsaw, Prague, and Ljubljana illustrate both progress and structural challenges.
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Gender-Responsive Urban Planning: Why Cities Must Work for Women

Gender-Responsive Urban Planning
The article considers how the infrastructure of the city often demonstrates gender disparities that may be present in the urban landscape. From gender-responsive facilities to transportation safety, many elements of urban space continue to serve men better than women. This article discusses the possibilities of gender-sensitive urban planning, taking into account examples from Vienna, Barcelona, and Seoul.
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Europe Sustainable Development Report 2026: Progress, Gaps and the Regional Divide

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The Europe Sustainable Development Report 2026 provides a new snapshot of how European countries are progressing toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals. While Northern Europe continues to lead the SDG Index, significant regional gaps remain, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe and the Western Balkans. This brief review highlights the report’s key findings and explores what they mean for the European sustainability transition and the growing role of cities in implementing it.
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Europe’s Wildfire Crisis: Why Firefighting Alone No Longer Works

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Europe is entering a new era of wildfire risk, where fires are no longer rare disasters but a structural feature of a changing climate. Based on the latest European Forest Institute analysis, the article explains why relying on firefighting alone is no longer enough and why integrated fаire management is becoming central to EU policy and resilience.
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