“Inappropriate” Disposal of Mining Waste in the EU—How Does Serbia Compare?
A legal analysis published by the non-governmental organization Transport & Environment has found that the European Union’s directive on mining […]
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Thousands of protesters gathered in central Belgrade on September 1 to oppose what they claim are government efforts to suppress
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European NGO criticizes EU mining waste rules as outdated and inadequate for new mining projects
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The analysis of the 2006 EU Extractive Waste Directive highlights several critical issues with Europe’s current mining waste regulations. Given
A new mining frontier: The controversy surrounding the green transition in the Dinaric Alps
A new era of mining is unfolding in the Dinaric Alps, the rugged mountain range stretching through the Balkan Peninsula,
Zimbabwe bans riverbed alluvial mining to protect environment
Zimbabwe has implemented an immediate ban on riverbed alluvial mining to safeguard the environment, a decision expected to significantly affect
EU stands firm on strategic raw materials partnership with Serbia amid protests and political tensions
The European Commission remains committed to its strategic partnership with Serbia on raw materials, despite recent protests and political tensions.