Whether in Europe or beyond, public money must not become an auxiliary for human rights violations or the marginalisation of affected communities.
We expose cases where development banks fail to protect those impacted by their projects.
We advocate for participation and consultation processes that are not pro-forma exercises, but a tool to ensure people’s well-being.
Close to frontline communities
We’re in direct contact with affected communities and provide updates from their struggles.
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Where rights are on the line
The Khada Valley, Georgia
The Khada Valley in Georgia brings together exceptional biodiversity, precious cultural and archeological heritage, and mountainous villages which have preserved rich traditions and historical lifestyles. But all of this might vanish if a 23-kilometer road from Georgia to Russia – the Kvesheti-Kobi project – is built.
Amulsar gold mine, Armenia
Since 2016 the controversial Amulsar gold mine project is being developed by Armenia’s largest foreign investor, an international mining company Lydian, near the touristic spa town of Jermuk.
Just transition
Working on just transition brings all actors who believe in fair regional redevelopment to the same table: unions, industry, public administration, governments, civil society and others sharing this goal. They should be working together to find what is best for their regions and communities, from creating good quality jobs to identifying sustainable alternatives.
Latest news
Complaint on Bosnia-Herzegovina dams on Neretva river submitted to the Bern Convention
Press release | 22 October, 2020NGOs submit a complaint to the Bern Convention against Bosnia and Herzegovina for permitting dam-building on the pristine upper Neretva. A related complaint was submitted to the Energy Community Secretariat in August.
Read moreGroundhog day: Third public consultation for Belgrade incinerator environmental studies and still no circular economy in sight
Blog entry | 1 October, 2020Construction of Belgrade’s Vinča incinerator officially started last year, so why have Serbian authorities opened a new public consultation on an updated environmental study? Annulling all previous approvals immediately is the only way to give this process any integrity.
Read moreAny increase in renewable energy targets must exclude environmentally destructive projects
Blog entry | 29 September, 2020Raising renewable energy targets alone will not be enough to reduce GHG emissions in a sustainable manner. The Commission must also match this with tighter criteria for hydropower and biomass projects.
Read moreRelated publications
Two-speed energy transition in the Western Balkans
Briefing | 4 June, 2020 | Download PDFTwo-speed energy transition in the Western Balkans
EBRD Fossil Fuel Investments Undermine Progress on the Green Economy Transition
Briefing | 3 June, 2020 | Download PDFThis briefing analyses the EBRD’s energy investments from 2010-2019.
CEE Bankwatch Network comments on the EBRD’s draft GET 2.0
Policy comments | 3 June, 2020 | Download PDFCEE Bankwatch Network comments on the EBRD’s draft of the Green Economy Transition 2.0
