Introduction
To Be in the Green – Making Profit and Conserving Resources
Does it make sense to deal with the topics of environmental protection in a time of inflation, war and energy uncertainty? Indeed it does, now more than ever. The key phrase that marked last year was “energy self-sufficiency”. In the conditions of an energy crisis and uncertainty, energy efficiency, the use of waste in production, relying on own capacities and business optimization are becoming increasingly important. However, savings are not the only motive for companies to head down the road of green transition. There are also the increasingly present ESG standards which require
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A Wider Context
ESG standards: From the form that hides the essence to the tools of manipulation
Statistics are like bikinis, they reveal everything and show nothing – this famous quote can be easily applied to ESG standards too. It should be simple, clear and measurable, but in reality, it`s complicated, opaque and subject to manipulation – this, in short, is the description of ESG
Young people across the globe don't want to work for big polluters, their peers in Serbia find wages more important than environmental values and not having to work in an office
“As graduates, you hold the cards. Your talent is in demand from multinational companies and big financial institutions. You will have plenty of opportunities to choose from. My message to you is simple: don’t work for climate wreckers. Use your talents to drive us towards a renewable future”
Why Serbia is better than USA in tire recycling – Only 500 tonnes of scrap tires have been discarded in landfills in ten years
Car tires in rivers, forests, at the roadsides have, for years, “decorated” the rural landscapes, towns and cities in Serbia. However, if we are to believe the data, this picture is now the past because nowadays a negligible amount of scrap tires is being disposed in landfills. According to
What the changes to the Law on RES bring – EMS is satisfied, the industry isn't yet
After the last year`s whirlwind that caused state institutions to hurl mutual accusations about who is hindering energy transition in Serbia, calmer winds seem to be blowing in the RES sector in Serbia. The clashes between the Ministry of Mining and Energy (MME), EPS and the transmission system
Interview with
Zoran Bisercic, Manager at Vaillant Group Serbia – We will invest up to EUR 2 billion by 2030
Vaillant Group, the global market leader in central heating units consistently focuses its business strategy on shaping the heating transition in Europe in order to achieve climate goals. The transformation of Vaillant Group into the leading producer of heat pumps continues with the launch of the new mega factory in Europe for the production of devices which use renewable energy sources. Zoran Bisercic, the Manager of Vaillant Group Serbia talks about this, the preservation of the environment and the company`s plans for the future in an interview with
MPC Properties, a regional leader in the development and property management of modern shopping destinations and business centers, has developed a comprehensive socially responsible strategy in accordance with ESG goals (Environmental, Social, Governance), which have been implemented in company
Sika is a Swiss company globally engaged in the production of specialty chemicals for the building sector and industry. Sika is present on the Serbian market since 2002 and in 2014 it opened its most modern production facility for construction chemicals in Simanovci. Sika is a synonym for quality in construction and it is present in all major projects in Serbia. The TM Roofing Manager at Sika
More companies in Serbia are becoming interested in green transition after realizing the advantages it brings, such as higher competitiveness, access to new markets and improving the company reputation. Deloitte assists companies to harmonize their operations with the legislative requirements, identify and use the possibilities that green transition provides and adopt sustainable practices and
The present energy crisis has further accelerated Delta Holding`s plans to switch to renewable energy sources. Tijana Koprivica, Chief Business Sustainability Officer at Delta Holding reveals that the company has so far built 9 solar power plants and it`s halfway through to achieving the goal to use at least 60% of energy from renewable energy sources by 2030, in an interview with eKapija portal.
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Energy Efficiency
CARPE SOLEM in the green revolution – Solar panels, the key to energy efficiency
Energy efficiency is becoming an increasingly prominent topic in the business world, due to not only financial cost savings but because of the higher requests for sustainable business practices as well. As a company based on socially responsible operations, Carpe Solem has recognized that solar panels are one of the essential ways for achieving energy efficiency that significantly lowers
ENERGY NET headquarters in Novi Sad is an unique example of energy efficiency
ENERGY NET company has been providing and implementing cooling, heating and ventilation solutions and equipment for home design for more than 30 years, driven by the purpose to create the ambiance better suited to modern man and in harmony with nature. The ENERGY NET headquarters building in Novi Sad was built in keeping with those principles as a unique example of energy efficient business
Green transition – it is the only sustainable path to success
Through projects of reconstruction of public street lighting, Smart Energy Investments obtains energy savings of around 70%, contributes to environmental conservation and gains financial savings in the budgets of local self-governments in 21 projects across Serbia. Obrad Tadic, the company CEO, explains that the notion of new energy sources doesn`t usually include energy efficiency and lower
FRAGMAT S – Insulation From Foundation to the Roof
FRAGMAT S d.o.o. from Sid is a company for the production of hydro and thermal insulation materials, which officially started operating on 23 September 2004 as a member of TIM d.d. Lasko. With the change of ownership structure on June 1, 2005 TIM IZOLIRKA factory joined the FRAGMAT system from Ljubljana. The favorable geographical position, as well as the knowledge and experience of FRAGMAT S
Circular Economy
Uniwab – The path from one man's vision to leadership in the recycling technologies sector
Uniwab company was founded in 1989 and for many years the business operations were focused on the sale and service of machines and equipment for utility services and low-rise construction by renowned producers … up until one ordinary Spring morning back in 2008. Like any other day, the company director entered briskly into his office and, full of enthusiasm, uttered the sentence that will mark
Environmental protection is an ongoing and important topic of today for every individual and a necessary condition for planning business operations. Education of children on the importance of environmental protection is imperative, within the family as well as in schools and social institutions
Lukavac Cement is the leading producer of cement in Bosnia and Herzegovina oriented towards modern business in line with EU standards and as a part of the Austrian ABAG group it has the responsibility to create values and qualities for the good of the company itself and the wider social community.
Why is electrical and electronic waste dangerous? Electrical and electronic waste (EE waste) is one of the fastest-growing waste streams by quantity. The data from the UN Environment Programme show the generation of electronic waste is growing by 40 million tons a year, making it one of the worst
Climate change, irrational use of energy and degradation of the natural environment have contributed to the actualization of environmental protection on a global level. The aforementioned trends emphasized the need to implement the concept of circular economy and recycling, by relying more on
Through Innovative Solutions to Saving
The goal of sustainable transport is to ensure that our transport system will meet the economic, social and environmental needs of the society, with minimal negative effects on economy, society and the environment. Transport had a vital role in the evolution of mankind. Rise in transport activities
The Dornier Group (https://dornier-group.com/) is a global one-stop shop for engineering services with a focus on the infrastructure sector. Dornier Group unites several companies which, with their different strengths, have come together to jointly help our customers and guide them in
The primary activity of ProMobi company is diagnostics, servicing and repair of telecommunication devices and equipment, software change and reconfiguration and programming support for mobile phones. We talked with Vladimir Milicevic, the CEO of ProMobi, about the new trends in this business
The 21st century economy will be marked by the transformation process the extent of which we can only speculate about. In order for the world to contend with climate change and impacts on society, the green transition to renewable energy sources and recycling processes is increasingly permeating
Interesting Facts
Facts about recycling you didn't know about
Recycling is, in short, a process of converting waste materials into new products. There are differing opinions about whether recycling is good or not and in what product phase should recycling start. Along with disparate views and opinions on recycling, there are some fascinating details that are important and worth knowing, regardless of your stance. So, here are seven interesting facts about
Unconventional Recycling Machines
(Illustration) For years, recycling has been a part of the daily routine in many countries. In some countries, like Germany, there are also machines for recycling empty glass or plastic bottles, where after you put the bottle into the machine you get money in return. For every recycled bottle Germans get around 25 cents on average. Beijing and Surabaya have machines that give you a bus fare in