The right to water
Water is a basic human right, not a privilege. In this category, we explore topics related to the availability, management and protection of water as a common good. Through articles, analyzes and reviews, we address the issues of privatization of water resources, the impact of climate change, local water conservation initiatives, as well as the legislative frameworks that shape our right to access clean and safe water.
Polekol and the Right to Water initiative are pleased to inform the public that the planned urbanization of Rtnja has been successfully thwarted thanks to the joint action of citizens and organizations throughout Serbia.
The Balkan River Summit 2024, held in Podgorica, brought together defenders of rivers from the entire region, providing an opportunity to exchange experiences, celebrate victories and map new steps in the protection of free and wild rivers - the priceless natural treasure of the Balkans.
The informal group "Protect the rivers of Prijepolje" sent an official request to the Prijepolje Municipal Assembly, councilors, members of the Municipal Council, the President of the Municipality, his assistants and the Deputy President for a ban on the construction of small hydropower plants (MHE) on the territory of the municipality.
The public discussion and presentation of the draft Regional Waste Management Plan for nine cities and municipalities of the "Duboko" region, held on September 18 in Užice, will be remembered as one of the most scandalous.
Due to extremely high temperatures and low rainfall over the past month, lakes, springs and rivers have dried up throughout Serbia, leaving residents without water for drinking and basic needs, as well as for agriculture and animal husbandry.
Minister Lončar presented a team of medical experts who will deal with the impact of lithium mining on citizens' health. This is an ad hoc improvisation that does not solve…
