Publications
Exercising the right to access environmental information
Publishing date: 4 July 2023
Content type: Book
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Environmental activities, Environmental good governance
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The publication: "Exercising the right to access environmental information" was developed in cooperation with the office of the Commissioner for Information of Public Importance and Personal Data Protection with the support from the OSCE Mission in Serbia in order to inform the interested public about the importance and meaning of information relevant to the environment as well as about ways to provide accurate, timely and make reliable "green information" more accessible. New powers of the Commissioner relating to access to environmental information, provided through amendments to the Law on Free Access to Information, are also presented. Available in Serbian only.
Comparative Review of the EU and Serbian legal and strategic framework for civil protection
Publishing date: 3 March 2023
Content type: Book
Where we are: Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities, OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Environmental activities, Environmental good governance
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The publication sets out a review of the state of the current disaster risk reduction and emergency management system and provides recommendations intended to harmonize the Serbian legislative framework with the Civil Protection system of the EU. It is aimed at assisting law and policy-making
Guide to advance the protected areas legislation
Publishing date: 26 October 2022
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The publication covers criminal acts committed in protected natural areas, and is intended to aid the police, prosecutors, judges and environmental inspectors to investigate and prosecute crimes committed in protected areas through enhanced institutional co-operation. It lays out the authorities and competences of various stakeholders (at the state, provincial and municipal levels) in applying regulations related to managing protected areas. It also contains good practice examples and case studies, lessons learned and proposed recommendations for improved efficiency and effectiveness of operation and cooperation between stakeholders. It is available in Serbian language.
Handbook on Environmental Law Implementation: Case Studies
Publishing date: 11 March 2021
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Environmental activities, Environmental good governance
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The publication on implementation of environmental law contains case studies and is available in Serbian language only.
GAP analysis – possibilities of economic empowerment by applying sustainable business models following the COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Serbia
Publishing date: 25 February 2021
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
‘The GAP analysis – possibilities of economic empowerment by applying sustainable business models following the COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Serbia’, is intended to assist policy makers and businesses to make informed decisions about transitioning to circular economy. The publication maps potential entry points for circular initiatives, based on the findings of a survey, conducted among 80 companies across the country. The GAP analysis contains an Action plan aimed at building a resilient economy by introducing regulatory, promotional, economic and institutional changes. The publication is available in Serbian language.
Мedia, Gender and the Reporting of Emergencies
Publishing date: 3 May 2017
Content type: Study / report
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Disaster risk reduction, Environmental activities
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
Having analysed the media coverage of the floods that affected Serbia in 2014, the booklet sought to shed light on new aspects of media reporting and to draw attention to the topics that should be the focus of media attention. At the same time, through examples seen in other countries that have been dealing with the issue of gender-sensitive reporting for several years, the publication offers recommendations and advice that could be useful in the reporting of future natural disasters and emergency situations. To that end, problems faced by journalists and the media when reporting of an emergency situation, is highlighted. Through concrete examples of good practice, this booklet offers suggestions for the improvement of communication between relevant authorities and the media, which may result in a higher quality of information disseminated to citizens.
Circular economy – a development opportunity for Serbia
Publishing date: 4 January 2017
Content type: Brochure
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Environmental activities, Environmental good governance
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The brochure portrays basic principles of circular economy and its benefits to environmental safety, job generation and economic growth through inclusive policies. It also contains concrete information regarding improvements in national waste management policies supporting circular economy development, transition from linear to circular economy and its impact on energy consumption and preservation, new opportunities for the Serbian industry in the sphere of circular economy, international experiences as well as national support programmes and good practice examples from Serbia. The publication is available in Serbian language only.
The monograph, Environmental Protection in Legislation and Practice
Publishing date: 31 March 2015
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Democratization, Environmental activities
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The Monograph includes works of students of specialized course in environmental law. It contains case studies of different environmental problems in Serbia and recommends possible solutions. Available in Serbian only.
The Local Community and Challenges of Torrential Floods
Publishing date: 30 March 2015
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Disaster risk reduction, Environmental activities
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The purpose of the manual on torrential floods and community based flood risk reduction is to acquaint local and international stakeholders with national achievements and challenges in the field of torrential flood risk management in Serbia. The manual contains a comprehensive review of historically significant torrential floods in Serbia, existing flood management strategies, risk analysis and legal framework that stipulates the jurisdiction of local governments in the prevention and management of flood risks. It highlights the strategic importance of the role that local authorities have in creating flood resilient communities. A part of the manual is dedicated to the engagement of civil society in raising awareness of local communities in disaster risk reduction and the importance of their co-operation and partnership with elected officials, thus creating a "culture of preparedness".
The Manual on Legal Instruments for the Protection of the Environment through Civil and Criminal Law
Publishing date: 30 March 2015
Content type: Guide / manual / handbook
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Serbia
What we do: Democratization, Environmental activities
Publisher: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
This publication contains an analysis of national and international regulations governing liability for environmental damage, an assessment of environmental damage and compensation for environmental damage in comparative law and international treaties, as well as a review of legal instruments governing the protection of the environment through civil and criminal law in the Republic of Serbia. This handbook places strong emphasis on the role of public in initiating and participating in environmental criminal and civil proceedings. The Manual is intended for judges who deal with criminal and civil cases, prosecutors, law students, environmental inspectors and civil society. Available in Serbian only.