From Swedish farms to Bosnian valleys - how to boost sustainable farming
How can municipal authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina navigate climate pressures, EU policies and on-the-ground innovations to foster resilient farming? This blog post is written by BiH agriculture experts, Prof. Dr. Sabrija Čadro and Samir Husić, MA, engaged in the BiH SuTra project.
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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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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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Libraries: Hubs of inclusion and social cohesion
Libraries have long been the cornerstones of society, providing access to books, knowledge, and learning resources. Over the years, their role has expanded beyond just offering literature. Today, libraries have evolved in many countries into vital community hubs, uniting individuals from diverse backgrounds and bridging gaps in language, culture, and socioeconomic status.
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Investing in climate action: challenges and strategies for sustainable cities
Today, half of the world´s population lives in urban areas and this is expected to rise significantly in the coming decades. While urbanization drives economic growth and innovation, cities also must balance growth with sustainability, ensuring that urban environments remain livable, inclusive and resilient to climate change.
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Three lessons from the industry: how reskilling coal workers can fuel Bosnia and Herzegovina's green transition
From 2017 to 2022, the coal and lignite workforce in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) shrank by 2,000 workers. However, the country remains economically reliant on coal, with over 17.000 employees still working in the sector in September 2024, which complicates the transition to cleaner energy. As the country embarks on its green transition, repurposing old coal infrastructure for renewable energy production is gaining traction.
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