Business Models Driving a Green Future in Breza (BiH)

Topics: Awareness Coal Phase-out Just Transition

Countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina Germany Kosovo

In October 2025, the Green Horizons project equipped eight young people with the skills to turn local environmental problems into climate-friendly business ideas. During this three-day Training at Green Entrepreneurship Academy in the coal-reliant city of Breza (Bosnia and Herzegovina) they refined their low-carbon business models and presented them on the final day. Three concepts were selected for a one-year mentoring phase to develop full business plans. They include Breza’s first non-profit for selective waste separation, 3–4 pilot mini-recycling stations collecting 500 kg PET and 100 kg aluminium in four months, and a micro-modular tiny-house concept made from recycled materials. These plans mark an important first step toward diversifying Breza’s future economy and strengthening its just transition.