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Big Plans for Batteries in Europe – Will They Come True?
Due to the key role of batteries, especially in the automotive industry, many companies are striving to start production in Europe. The announced production capacities by 2030 exceed two terawatt-hours annually. However, a forecast by the Fraunhofer Institute for Systems…
Long-Term Profitability of Renewable Energy in the Shadow of High Upfront Costs
The decision to transition to renewable energy sources as an alternative to fossil fuels is often questioned due to concerns about financial viability, with high initial costs being the primary factor. However, new research published by EMBER shows that such…
Coal Use at Its Lowest in the Past 20 Years
Electricity production from coal reached its lowest level in the past two decades last year, totaling 44 gigawatts (GW), marking a strong signal for the continued decline in the use of the most harmful fossil fuel, according to the annual…
Grid Congestion as an Obstacle to the Energy Transition – How to Overcome the Challenges
The growing demand for electricity, electrification, and the accelerated shift to renewable energy sources worldwide require a more flexible system. Power grids play a crucial role in connecting new energy sources and consumers, transmitting electricity, and balancing supply and demand.…
Waste as a Resource – the Path to Sustainable Energy in Serbia
Establishing a sustainable future requires a comprehensive and coordinated approach to addressing environmental challenges. Inadequate waste management harms the environment and contributes to the emission of harmful gases from unsanitary landfills and illegal dumpsites. Modern lifestyles are accompanied by a…
The World’s Longest Underwater Tunnel – An Engineering Marvel with an Ecological Imprint
The future of infrastructure projects demands sustainability as a top priority at every stage, from concept to completion. One of the most ambitious European projects, the Fehmarnbelt Tunnel, exemplifies this new paradigm. As the longest underwater tunnel in the world,…
Social Media as a Tool for Monitoring Species in the Era of Climate Change
Climate change affects the range of habitats of numerous species, and these changes are usually documented through databases such as the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF). However, in recent times, rapid shifts in species distribution cannot always be tracked through…