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A small group of people, seen from behind, looking down into a coal mining pit.

Making the coal phase out fair for workers – unions, companies and environmentalists discuss just transition in Romania

April 11, 2017 | Read more

A Romanian coal mining region is writing history today as representatives from unions, the coal industry and environmental organisations are coming together for the first time to discuss their communities’ future – with a common goal in mind.

Big and small pieces of coal seen from above.

Western Balkans are massively expanding coal power – but the new plants may have to be closed again soon

March 29, 2017 | Read more

Plans for new lignite power plants in Western Balkan countries do not take into account the effect of CO2 prices, according to a new Bankwatch study. As a result, the plants risk becoming uncompetitive in the future, with taxpayers footing the bill.

A wide and wild river framed by mountains flows into the horizon.

River defenders gather forces in Georgia

March 28, 2017 | Read more

This week, activists from across the world are meeting in Tbilisi to share their experiences of resisting hydropower projects and the money that supports them.

A panorama shot of a river passing from right to left.

For our rivers, for our lives – activists from across the globe meet in Tbilisi, Georgia

March 27, 2017 | Read more

85 river and dam activists from 40 countries and all continents gather at a time when dams are back in fashion.

A graffiti saying NO TAP on a wall next to a beach.

Italian communities block pipeline works to save ancient olive trees

March 23, 2017 | Read more

An ancient olive grove in southern Italy is currently on the frontlines of grassroots resistance to the Southern Gas Corridor project, the EU’s flagship energy project.

A person, seen from behind, looking into the sunset.

The EU budget: Unlocking a new vision for Europe

March 20, 2017 | Read more

The key to unlocking a more inspiring and politically winnable New Vision for a strong Europe may well be the next European budget.

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