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06.11.2024 WORLD FORUM FOR DEMOCRACY

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6-8 November 2024 We’re beyond excited to share that our Skopje Climate Assembly has been shortlisted from 200 projects from all around the world for the Democracy Innovation Award! Ivana did an outstanding job showcasing our work at the World Forum for Democracy in Strasbourg, and we’re incredibly proud of the recognition. This nomination is…

16.10.2024 IPA II Cross Border Cooperation Programmme

News and Events, Skopje16/10/2024577Views 0Likes 0Comments

Through our project GreenTour, a new bicycle path in Saraj is connecting Shishevo and the Matka Canyon, offering visitors a unique way to explore this stunning natural area. The path, carefully leveled and well-marked, will become a key asset for tourism development in the region, creating an enjoyable experience for all visitors while promoting outdoor…

07.10.2024 Uniting for Clean Air: Citizens and ZIP Institute Bring Solutions to 10 Municipalities

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In the past few months, citizens from the first-ever Citizen Climate Assembly in Skopje, alongside ZIP Institute representatives, concluded the 10 visits to Skopje’s municipalities and personally delivered their recommendations on tackling the city's air pollution crisis and enhancing the quality of life for everyone. During these visits, citizens engaged directly with local authorities, calling…

25.09.2024 Taking Action: Citizens and ZIP Institute Deliver Climate Assembly Recommendations to Local Authorities

News and Events, Skopje25/09/2024477Views 0Likes 0Comments

The citizens who participated in the first Citizen Climate Assembly in Skopje, accompanied by representatives of ZIP Institute, recently visited several municipalities to present the report and findings from the Assembly. This initiative aimed to directly engage local authorities by sharing the recommendations crafted by the Assembly participants, which address Skopje’s most pressing issue: air…

16.07.2024 Historic Day for Deliberative Democracy!

News and Events, Skopje16/07/2024512Views 0Likes 0Comments

We are thrilled to announce that the City Council of Skopje has unanimously adopted all 19 recommendations from the Skopje Climate Assembly. This is a monumental achievement for the citizens of Skopje and a proud moment for us at the ZIP Institute. Next steps: The City of Skopje will draft detailed plans for each recommendation,…

11.07.2024 MEF 2024 Women in Energy Scholarship

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The MEF Energy Forum is delighted to announce a significant initiative aimed at advancing the empowerment of women in the energy sector. The MEF 2024 Women in Energy Scholarship, generously supported by YEO, represents a pivotal stride towards cultivating the future female leaders of the energy industry. Emphasizing diversity and inclusivity as catalysts for innovation…

10.07.2024 Saraj’s Second Solar-Powered Well Installed by ZIP Institute

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ZIP Institute’s founded Agricultural Cooperative Bojane is yielding tangible impacts on advancing rural development in Saraj. ☀️ Second Solar-Powered Well Installed with a 2KW System Today, we installed the second solar system in the vineyards of a young farmer, Shadin Memedi. This 2 kW system draws water from a 50-year-old well. Solar energy will meet…

08.07.2024 Skopje Climate Assembly Report Delivered to Deputy Prime Minister Mexhiti

News and Events, Skopje08/07/2024465Views 0Likes 0Comments

The ZIP Team, accompanied by three citizens - participants of the Skopje Climate Assembly, handed over the Climate Assembly Report on air pollution to Mr. Izet Mexhiti, the newly appointed First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Environment and Physical Planning of North Macedonia. We are pleased that the recommendations will be seriously considered and…

04.07.2024 Happy 4th of July!

News and Events, Skopje04/07/2024436Views 0Likes 0Comments

Happy 4th of July! As we celebrate this 4th of July, let's also celebrate our shared commitment to a sustainable and secure energy future promoted at MEF24: "We stand by to support each one of you and to take advantage of U.S. interest and expertise to meet your green goals. A secure energy future…

03.07.2024 Skopje Climate Assembly Selected for World Forum for Democracy 2024

News and Events, Skopje03/07/2024497Views 0Likes 0Comments

We are thrilled to announce that our landmark initiative Skopje Climate Assembly has been selected for presentation at the prestigious World Forum for Democracy, set to take place in Strasbourg from 6-8 November 2024. This year, the Forum received over 200 applications from around the world, and our initiative has been chosen to be showcased…