Although the collecting of the batteries is free of charge, only a small category of consumers in Romania, especially amongst the young people got the habit of depositing them in the designated places. According to the European model, the polluter foots the bill. Elena Gaspar, the president of the National Battery Recycling System Association (SNRB)...
Author: Econet
Waste batteries – valuable resource for other industries or problem for the environment
Almost all components in a battery can be recovered through recycling. On the other hand, thrown away, a used battery can explode, cause fire or pollute the environment. Elena Gaspar, president of the National Battery Recycling System Association (SNRB) explains how to capitalize a battery after it is no longer in use, while avoiding the...
Transport and Industry will increasingly rely on hydrogen
By 2030, Romania will need more than 280 thousand tonnes of hydrogen, mostly renewable, for the transport and industrial sectors, according to estimates in the draft National Hydrogen Strategy 2030, submitted for public debate by the Ministry of Energy. Part of the Recovery and Resilience Plan for Romania (PNRR) endorsed by the European Commission, this...
Business start-up visit in the waste sector in Romania
From 19 to 23 November 2023 The German-Romanian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (AHK Romania), in cooperation with Goduni International, organizes a business initiation trip to Romania for German suppliers and service providers from the waste management/recycling sector, focusing on solutions for the guarantee take-back system. It plays a significant role in achieving Romania’s waste...
Towards a cleaner environment
Individual behaviour on waste must change Recycling makes raw materials that can be sold at very good price on the market. The authorities should do more to raise people awareness about the importance of the waste selection. Dr Radu Merica, general manager of the RER Ecologic Group explains how the problem can be solved, while...
Business trip to Romania: Energy efficiency and renewable energy in normal and heritage buildings
The 11th – 15th September Bucharest The initiative comes from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, with the aim of supporting the German providers of clean energy solutions to expand outwards. The program includes AHK briefing on the target markets, companies’ presentation at a conference and individual meetings and talks with the...
Trenchless Romania Conference & Exhibition 2023
The 7th edition of the Trenchless Romania Conference & Exhibition 2023, the most important event in the region dedicated to the sector of trenchless technologies, which will take place on June 28-29, 2023 at Hotel Caro Club Bucharest. Trenchless Romania Conference & Exhibition 2023 will present equipments, products and services of international manufacturers and suppliers...
Romanian monuments’ restorers to visit their German counterparts for technology’s update
Around 20 architects, construction and real estate professionals alongside with the representatives of the local public administration will visit Germany (in Dortmund, Essen, Aachen and Düsseldorf) during 12-16 June, on an information trip organized by the German-Romanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Rumänien), within the markets’ development program of the German Ministry of Economy...
Romania’s record high participation at Munich transport logistic fair
32 companies from Romania went to Munich during the 9th – 12th May 2023 to take part to transport logistic, the world’s leading profile event, which brings together all the stakeholders in the transport and logistcs sectors. AHK Romania supported Romania’s participation and organised a joint booth of eight companies: Cartrans Preda SRL, Devega SRL,...
Exciting opportunity for young professionals aged 18-26
The foreign ministry of Germany announces the launch of our Youth Climate Fellowship Program, designed to empower the next generation of leaders in the fight against climate change. The Youth Climate Fellowship Program is a unique opportunity for young people to gain valuable skills, knowledge, and experience in the field of climate action. By participating...
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