Romanians who want photovoltaic panels can apply for the Casa Verde Photovoltaic Program, starting on May 19. The application submission period for natural persons is May 19 - June 26. The total budget allocated to the program is RON2 billion (€400 million) and the subsidy is a maximum of RON20,000 (€4,000); on the other hand, the beneficiaries must contribute at least RON2,000 (€400).
23% of Romania's surface is occupied by protected natural areas that are part of the Natura 2000 network, says the Minister of the Environment, Waters and Forests, Barna Tanczos. He considered that, from the point of view of natural capital, Romania is one of the members states with a rich biological diversity in terms of species and natural habitats and ecosystems.
The Minister of Finance, Adrian Câciu, signed a loan agreement with the World Bank to finance the project to prevent and reduce pollution in rural areas in Romania. The amount of the loan is €60 million, with repayment in a single instalment, the repayment date being April 15, 2035. The Ministry of the Environment specifies that it supports any initiative that contributes to reducing pollution and protecting the environment.
Poland has moved up 49 places in the Climate Risk Index 2025, underscoring the increasing impact of climate change on the real estate sector. Heatwaves, heavy rainfall, droughts and floods are becoming a regular challenge for property owners and investors, according to Cushman & Wakefield.
European companies are facing widespread challenges as they attempt to comply with the EU's new sustainability reporting standards, according to recent findings from the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG).
Hidroelectrica has selected Waldevar Energy to implement the Nufărul Project, a pioneering renewable energy initiative set to become the largest floating photovoltaic (FPV) system installed on a hydroelectric dam in Europe.
Improving energy efficiency in buildings plays a key role in building a sustainable future. It leads to lower costs, a healthier indoor environment, and a smaller environmental footprint. According to România Eficientă, efficient energy use is not about sacrificing comfort but about eliminating waste.
