Banovići adopts Operational Plan for Sustainable Transition under BiH SuTra project
The Municipality of Banovići is one of four local self-government units participating in the BiH SuTra project. After a year-long preparatory process, Banovići has officially adopted its Operational Plan for Sustainable Transition, joining Breza, Živinice, and Ugljevik, which finalized their plans last year. The BiH SuTra project is dedicated to driving the sustainable transition of Bosnia and Herzegovina, focusing on creating and implementing effective measures at the local level. The plan adopted by Banovići aligns with the EU Green Agenda for the Western Balkans and aims to enhance living conditions for citizens in municipalities situated in mining regions.
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Bosnian municipalities learning from Swedish sustainability efforts
What happens when a group of local leaders from Bosnia and Herzegovina embarks on a learning journey to one of the world’s greenest countries? A deep shift in perspective – and a renewed sense of purpose.
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A week of discovery – BiH SuTra partners visiting Sweden
BiH coal communities are facing significant challenges in the areas of decarbonization, depollution, and circular economy - all essential for a fair and efficient transition. Through the BiH SuTra programme, SEI is supporting self-local government units staff by building capacities to meet these challenges. This week, representatives from the three partner communities — Ugljevik, Breza, and Živinice - visited Stockholm, Sweden, to gain insights into how the country is designing smart and environmentally friendly neighborhoods, sustainable energy systems, and circular waste management solutions.
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Equipping local actors is key for a greener future
BiH SuTra’s partners, the municipalities and the city, are working toward long-term sustainability goals and turning ambitious environmental and development plans into reality requires more than vision - it demands practical skills, technical expertise, and institutional capacity. To support this transition, the BiH SuTra project is helping these communities to identify their most pressing capacity-building needs. Together, we address them through study visits, targeted training, and collaboration with Swedish partners. These efforts aim to equip them with the tools and knowledge needed to implement their transition plans and take meaningful steps toward a sustainable future.
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City of Živinice hosts second Steering Board Meeting of BiH SuTra
The second meeting of the Steering Board of the BiH SuTra – Sustainable Transition in Bosnia and Herzegovina programme was held in Živinice on the 6th of May. The programme team and its partners reflected on programme progress, presented completed and ongoing activities, and discussed next steps in supporting local governments as drivers of just and sustainable transition of these coal regions in BiH.
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Together for a greener future: Ugljevik hosts Sustainable Spring Bazaar
Today, Ugljevik came alive with the vibrant energy of the Sustainable Spring Bazaar. Just like spring breathes new life into nature, this event offered a fresh start for gently used clothes, books, and toys — giving them a second life in new hands. Organized as part of the Sustainable Transition of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH SuTra) programme, with support from the Municipality of Ugljevik, Association Korijeni from Ugljevik and Humanitarian Organization of the Municipality of Ugljevik - CK, this initiative highlighted the importance of responsible resource use and the potential of a circular economy.
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