Coal-fired power plants in the Western Balkans region remain the dominant source of electricity generation, but at the same time one of the largest sources of air pollution. According to reports by international health organizations, emissions from these facilities, in just one observed two-year period, led to several thousand estimated premature d...

By SAŠA ĐEKIĆ, MAJA SALKIĆ SMAILKADIĆ, BEKIR FULAN, VLADO TADIĆ

In the pursuit of sustainable industrial transformation, additive manufacturing has emerged as more than a technological revolution—it represents a new philosophy of production. This paper explores how 3D and 4D printing technologies can serve as key enablers of waste reduction and resource optimization across diverse sectors. By shifting fro...

By AZRA AHMIĆ

In modern society, the amount of production waste is constantly growing due to accelerated industrialization, urbanization and consumer lifestyle. The importance of waste management is becoming more and more pronounced. Inadequate disposal of unusable residues from production and consumption can have serious consequences for the environment of heal...

By EDIN KURHASKI, KRSTO MIJANOVIĆ

This paper proposes a project framework to improve the monitoring and protection of water resources in Bosnia and Herzegovina without new field measurements. The solution rests on three pillars: (1) an integrated data lake that consolidates existing laboratory results, historical time series, and administrative records, supported by standardized me...

By NEŠAD KRNJIĆ, RUDOLF PETRUŠIĆ, NEDŽADA TOLJA

The occurrence of turbidity in drinking water sources is a consequence of intensive erosion processes that occur in the watershed area of the source. Erosion processes are caused by heavy rains that occur more frequently as a result of the current climate changes. This paper, based on the measurements conducted, analyzes the impact of raw water tur...

By NEDŽAD MEKIĆ

Digital forensics, as a scientific discipline focused on the identification, collection, analysis, and presentation of digital evidence, is increasingly gaining relevance within the framework of the green digital transformation. This transformation involves the integration of environmentally sustainable practices into information and communication ...

By HADŽIB SALKIĆ, ALMIRA SALKIĆ

Bosnia and Herzegovina faces challenges regarding the sustainable use of natural resources and efficient waste management. In 2023, the average resident consumed approximately 10.3 tons of natural resources, or 28 kilograms per day, while total environmental protection expenditures in 2024 amounted to BAM 320.13 million, with the largest share dire...

By JELISAVETA SEKA CVIJANOVIĆ, SLAĐANA BATINIĆ

Climate change and environmental pollution represent a serious threat to humanity. In response, the European Union launched the European Green Deal, a strategy aimed at transforming the EU into a climate-neutral economy by 2050 that uses resources efficiently. The goal is to ensure that economic growth is no longer dependent on the exploitation of ...

By SELMA OTUZBIR MECAN, AMIRA PERENDA

The aim of this paper is to show that a successful process of disposal of discarded and wornout objects, equipment and technical means, which may represent ecologically unknown waste, is possible if it is approached, from the collection phase to final disposal in a very professional and responsible manner, with the aim of using secondary raw materi...

By MIRKO TEŠIĆ, MIŠO TEŠIĆ, BOBAN TEŠIĆ

The Una National Park is located in a picturesque area on the state border between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia. The Una National Park, with its ecological and tourist capacities, operates in accordance with the provisions of the Law on National Parks. However, the overall perspective and functionality in the protection of the resources of th...

By MILE MATIJEVIĆ, BILJANA RAĐENOVIĆ, AMARILDO MULIĆ

Construction waste generated as an inevitable consequence of demolition or reconstruction of buildings can be reused, thereby reducing the need for natural materials, which essentially represent non-renewable energy sources. In this way, the management of construction waste is achieved, preventing it from ending up in landfills or similar disposal ...

By ZLATICA KULIŠ, VENERA SIMONOVIĆ

In a period of global social and economic change, the teaching profession in transition countries is undergoing a profound transformation. Teachers of natural sciences and mathematics are particularly affected, as their role becomes crucial in developing the competencies necessary to understand and implement the principles of sustainable developmen...

By AZRA AHMIĆ, AHMED PALIĆ

The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a network of connected devices that collect and exchange data via sensors, enabling improved monitoring and control of various processes. IoT systems are studied in the fields of energy, water, waste, and agriculture, where they assist in reducing or limiting resource consumption, optimizing costs and minimizi...

By AMILA RUBANOVIĆ, FATIMA ABAZOVIĆ, MEDINA MEHIĆ

The green economy and the concept of sustainable transition have become key frameworks for understanding economic development in developing countries, where the challenges of environmental degradation, climate change, and socioeconomic inequalities are deeply interconnected. In this context, data collection and analysis serve as the foundation for ...

By KRSTAN BOROJEVIĆ, NEBOJŠA BOROJEVIĆ, AHMED PALIĆ

In modern economic development, the green economy is becoming one of the key concepts, as it harmonizes the economic, ecological and social dimensions of growth. The essence of the green economy is the creation of an economic system that promotes the efficient use of resources, the reduction of harmful gas emissions and the development of new techn...

By DŽEJLANA ČEJVAN, ERDIN HASANBEGOVIĆ

In the strategy of Green economy from WHO, one of the five sectors is health care facilities. Its report finds that many forms of astma and allergies, as well heart disease and stroke related to increaseingly intense pollution.. The aim of our research were to analyze the impact of air pollution on increased death on people under 30 year old and he...

By IVAN RAMOV, ELIZABETA POPOVA RAMOVA

In the context of global socio-economic changes, education is becoming a key driver of sustainable transition and the development of the green economy. Transition countries face challenges in modernizing their educational systems to meet the needs of the labor market and the demands of sustainable development. This paper analyzes the state of prima...

By SEAD REŠIĆ, EDISA KORDA, ALMEDINA HATARIĆ PALIĆ, AHMED PALIĆ

For many years, the concept of sustainable development has been one of the most mentioned concepts. Sustainable development is the development of society based on social, economic and environmental sustainability. It is an approach to growth and development that aims to meet the needs of of current generations without compromising the ability of fu...

By MLADEN ČUTURIĆ, GORAN PEJAKOVIĆ

In contemporary society, social media has become one of the most powerful tools for shaping the awareness and behavior of young people. This paper explores how digital platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube contribute to sustainability education and the promotion of environmentally responsible habits. Special emphasis is placed on the ana...

By MINEL DUVNJAK, ELMA ARSLANOVIĆ

In times of rapid technological development and environmental challenges, it is important to find sustainable solutions that combine advanced technologies with the principle of environmental protection. The research motives are created by the need to reduce negative environmental phenomena through the integration of smart telecommunication and sens...

By AMINA ČELAREVIĆ, ARMIN ČELAREVIĆ, MEDINA MEHIĆ

Green technologies and digitalization through marketing are closely related and will significantly affect the quality of life of citizens in the next decades. They cannot develop independently, that is, independently of each other. Digital technologies have a major role in making it easier, cheaper and more pleasant to accept products and services ...

By EMANUELA ESMEROVA

The impact of climate change on various segments of our lives is becoming increasingly pronounced, and it is necessary to include professionals and science in their assessment and monitoring, in order to improve processes related to adaptation to changes, both at the macro and micro levels. There are numerous indicators that clearly indicate signif...

By DANIJEL ŠAPINA, TIHOMIR VUJČIĆ

This paper analyzes the impact of road traffic on biodiversity and traffic safety in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH, focusing on two key aspects: the ecological pressure from vehicle emissions and the safety problem of animal-vehicle collisions (AVC). The analysis of the vehicle fleet structure shows that the average age of registered vehicles is abou...

By TARIK EJUBOVIĆ, MUJO MALIŠEVIĆ

The development of new technologies in recent decades has significantly transformed the way people communicate, share information, and participate in social processes. Social media has become one of the most influential outcomes of digital transformation, allowing users to create and share content in real time, express opinions, and build global ne...

By AJLA HUREM, MALIK KADRIĆ

The rapid development of technology, especially over the last two decades, has affected almost every area of life, making the digital revolution impossible to ignore. The use of laptops, smartphones and numerous other solutions is now considered normal and firmly integrated into our everyday lives, and is taken for granted. The business world requi...

By SINIŠA BILIĆ, DUŠAN MRAOVIĆ

Given that the information and technological revolution has exponentially increased the use of new electronic equipment, a rapid accumulation of large quantities of obsolete devices has occurred. As a result, e-waste is now one of the fastest-growing types of waste. Globally, ewaste accounts for more than 5% of all waste, and its volume continues t...

By AMILA MURATBEGOVIĆ, GORAN POPOVIĆ

The development of sustainable tourism is becoming an increasingly important objective both globally and locally, particularly in developing countries such as Bosnia and Herzegovina. Sustainable tourism requires the integration of economic, environmental, and social dimensions, with tourist education playing a key role in its implementation. Educat...

By DENIS MARJANOVIĆ, NERA AKRAP

With the development of the economy for the purpose of reaching a higher personal and social standard, society is increasingly faced with the problems of efficient disposal of resources. The need for new technologies requires increased exploitation of natural resources along with new projections of the introduction of changes and innovations in ter...

By ENES HUSEINAGIĆ, ELNUR SMAJIĆ

The paper analyzes the role, representation, and impact of educational systems in Bosnia and Herzegovina in the process of building a green economy, protecting the environment, responding to climate change, and implementing a sustainable transition in line with European integration processes. Special emphasis is placed on the (non)existence of diff...

By FRANJO LJUBAS

Bosnia and Herzegovina is in the early stages of energy transition. There is an obvious increased pressure to modernize existing waste management and environmental protection systems. Actions and actions at the EU and regional levels mark the ever-present need to develop hydrogen technologies and a circular economy. Waste is becoming a resource. Th...

By MEHMED KONAKOVIĆ, ABIDIN DELJANIN

Currently, 99% of the world’s population lives in areas with polluted air. Every year, during the winter period, the media list Sarajevo as one of the most polluted cities in the world. Pollution caused by suspended particles PM10 and PM2.5 is dominant during the winter months, and during temperature inversions, pollutants accumulate and conc...

By RIJAD TIKVEŠA, EDVINA ŠUNJ

This paper explores the role of the education system in shaping environmental awareness and transforming consumer habits among the population of Bosnia and Herzegovina within the framework of the global transition toward a green economy. Confronted with the ecological crisis, climate change, and environmental degradation, modern societies require a...

By NEDŽADA TOLJA, NEŠAD KRNJIĆ

The topic of the paper highlights the significant characteristics of the Lasva River water, presented through analyses of physical and chemical parameters used in determining water quality. Physical and chemical characteristics of water affect the biological composition of water and affect the final status and composition of water. General physical...

By AIDA VARUPA, SELMA DOGAN, KRSTO MIJANOVIĆ

The bird fauna of southern Bosnia and Herzegovina, extending to the tri-border area of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Croatia, was studied. The habitats and migrations were analyzed over a five-year period with the aim of long-term monitoring and protection of species. The methods used for monitoring, marking, recording, and data processin...

By ALEKSANDAR VUKANOVIĆ, KRSTO MIJANOVIĆ

This paper analyzes the transition from a carbon-based economy to a low-carbon future, with particular emphasis on policy-makers’ strategies and the state of the environment. Global challenges related to climate change require a transformation of economic models, energy systems, and industrial practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ...

By KASIM BAJRAMOVIĆ, IRHAD BAJRAMOVIĆ, IRFAN BAJRAMOVIĆ

When we talk about the green transition, we can freely say that its significance and role are extremely important. Its ultimate goal is to bring Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the entire planet, to a green economy in the shortest possible time. In this paper, special attention will be devoted to the importance and role of the green transition, ...

By HUSEIN MEHMEDOVIĆ, NARAJAN MEHMEDOVIĆ

The impact of demographic trends on new business models in Bosnia and Herzegovina is a subject of growing significance in the context of rapid social and economic transformations. Over the past few decades, the country has witnessed important shifts in its demographic landscape, including aging populations, urbanization, and changing migration patt...

By KAMRAN KHAN

This paper provides a critical overview of contemporary knowledge of the impact of digital transformation on the financial management of companies of different sizes and different sectors. It analyses key technologies that are shaping the new financial environment, artificial intelligence, automated reporting systems and predictive analytics of lar...

By SLOBODAN STOJANOVIĆ, ŽELJKO SUDARIĆ, ZVONIMIR FILIPOVIĆ

One of the key issues of teaching, especially within a didactically correct framework, is focused on the functioning of school kitchens, and relates to the acquisition of the necessary knowledge about nutrition and the creation of eating habits. The growing trend of obesity among young populations is alarming, which is not only in physical (in)acti...

By IVICA OPAČAK, ATANAS KOZAREV

The paper explores how the development of environmental awareness and the value of sustainable living is encouraged through the participation of young people in sports activities, starting from a psychological approach to motivation, identity and the adoption of prosocial behaviors. It is emphasized that we observe sport as a strong socialization c...

By DARIO HOMOKI, DALIBOR TUFEKOVIĆ, MARKO KUNAC

The paper discusses how the green mentality necessary for the sustainable transition of society is shaped through sport and the psychological development of young people. The starting point is that through participation in sports activities and guided psychological interventions, the values of responsibility, selfdiscipline, care for the community ...

By DARIO HOMOKI, DALIBOR TUFEKOVIĆ, MARKO KUNAC

The development of the Internet of Things (IoT) has enabled the application of smart technologies in environmental monitoring and protection. Networked sensors, devices and systems today provide precise and timely data on the state of air, water, soil and energy resources. This data enables informed decision-making, early detection of pollution and...

By NEHAD GAŠI, DINA DELIĆ