Serbia scrutiny of Rio Tinto concessions amid opposition to Jadar lithium project
Discussions on banning lithium exploitation have been highlighted in Serbia’s National Assembly, with Speaker Ana Brnabić set to address the
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Environmental groups seek guarantees for North Macedonia’s mining strategy 2025–2045
A coalition of around 50 civil society organizations and environmental institutions in North Macedonia has asked for a meeting with
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Serbian parliament rejects amendments to ban lithium and boron exploration
The Serbian parliament rejected proposed amendments to the Law on Mining and Geological Research that would have banned lithium and
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EU reaffirms push for moratorium on deep-sea mining amid NGO concerns
The European Commission has reaffirmed its position on a moratorium on deep-sea mining, according to statements from the Environmental Justice
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Serbia lithium mining protests over Jadar Valley plan and Germany’s resource push
Mass protests are expected this weekend in Serbia in response to the government’s decision to pursue lithium mining in the
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Privatization of Jaroslav Černi Water Institute amid Jadar lithium mine debate
In 2022, the Institute for Water Management “Jaroslav Černi” was privatized following strong opposition from citizens and experts. The potential
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Rio Tinto Jadar EIA scope request criticised over environmental standards
The Regulatory Institute for Renewable Energy and the Environment (RERI) said Rio Tinto’s request to define the scope and content
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Rio Tinto disputes economic study figures on Serbia’s Jadar lithium project
On October 6, 2024, the weekly Radar published an article titled “From Lithium to Every Resident 2.6 Euros per Year.”
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Strategic communication for science and heavy industry projects in Serbia
Complex projects in science, environmental and heavy industry construction require communication that balances technical information with messaging tailored to different
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Serbia Rio Tinto Jadar lithium project faces scrutiny over economics and environmental safeguards
Serbia’s potential lithium mining project led by Rio Tinto has drawn skepticism about its economic viability and environmental impact. Experts
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Economic analysts urge suspension of Serbia’s Jadar lithium project
A recent analysis by economic experts Zoran Drakulić, Boško Mijatović, Danica Popović and Dejan Šoškić concludes that the Jadar Project
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Deep-sea trials in Andaman Sea collect polymetallic nodules at 1,193 meters
The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) has started exploratory trials in the Andaman Sea using Varaha-3, a specialized seabed