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A week of discovery – BiH SuTra partners visiting Sweden
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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.

City of Živinice hosts second Steering Board Meeting of BiH SuTra
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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.

A visual presentation of the municipality of Ugljevik
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A visual presentation of the municipality of Ugljevik

As one of the communities within the "BiH SuTra" programme, Ugljevik is making strides toward a sustainable future aligned with the EU Green Agenda for the Western Balkans. At the same time, it stands out for its economic potential, natural beauty, and rich tradition.

Ramping up climate action in BiH communities
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Ramping up climate action in BiH communities

A dynamic three-day workshop in Tuzla, BiH, brought together representatives from NetZeroCities, local governments awarded the 2024 SDG Local Governance Awards, and communities participating in the BiH SuTra programme. The workshop aimed to explore climate action and investment planning, focusing on the feasibility and funding of climate initiatives in Bosnian communities.

A visual presentation of the city of Živinice
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A visual presentation of the city of Živinice

Discover Živinice through our infographic! Selected as one of four communities in the BiH SuTra programme, Živinice is making strides toward a sustainable future aligned with the EU Green Agenda for the Western Balkans.

Bosnian Ambassador in Sweden visits SEI headquarters
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Bosnian Ambassador in Sweden visits SEI headquarters

This week, Ambassador Bojan Šošić, Ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the Kingdom of Sweden visited Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) to discuss environmental sustainability and the country’s path towards EU membership. The meeting aimed to strengthen collaboration as Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) addresses socio-political and environmental, as well as climate challenges, while aligning with EU requirements.

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