Lake Ohrid is threatened by pollution

Lake Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that spans North Macedonia and Albania, is at risk from pollution, overfishing and urban development. This was warned by the UN and a number of experts, reports Reuters. The lake, one of the oldest in Europe, dating back 3,5 million years, is home to around 200 unique natural…

Transformation in the construction sector: How the circular model is changing the industry

The construction sector is one of the largest consumers of raw materials worldwide, while contributing significantly to the generation of waste and greenhouse gases. The transition to a circular economy offers a sustainable solution to reduce environmental impact and increase resource efficiency. By rethinking the design, construction and demolition processes, the industry can play…

55% of CFOs fear that their sustainability reporting is perceived as greenwashing

55% of CFOs fear that their industry's sustainability reporting is perceived as greenwashing due to a lack of due diligence. 47% of financial leaders and 53% of investors doubt that companies will achieve their stated sustainability goals, according to a new EY survey, cited by esgnews.com. CFOs must…

COP16 is unlikely to reach an agreement on conservation funding

Countries are unlikely to reach a major new agreement on conservation funding at the UN's COP16 biodiversity summit this week, Reuters reports. According to the world news agency, the delegates are discussing an option to continue the negotiations after the end of the meeting. The funding debate follows a pledge made by rich countries before…

The regulation on low-emission zones in Sofia comes into force again

As of December 1, 2025, the ordinance on low-emission zones in Sofia will come into force again as a measure against air pollution, Deputy Mayor for Ecology Nadezhda Bobcheva announced at a briefing. She recalled that the ordinance was adopted by the previous Municipal Council and will now come into effect again. The purpose of the low-emission zone is to…

Sustainability: The winning strategy

The Bulgarian and Swedish networks of the UN Global Compact, together with Connect Nordics, are organizing an online webinar on "Sustainability: The Winning Strategy", which will be held on November 7 between 16:00 and 18:30. ESGnews.bg is a media partner of the event, which will show how sustainability efforts are developing in business, what are the main drivers and...