JemsECO-ALLY CITIES
Priority Axis 2: Green investments in environmental protection and efficient risk management
Operation start date: 1 August 2026
Operation completion date: 31 July 2028
Budget: EUR 1.632.750,07
Number of partners: 3
Operation purpose and expected achievements:
The ECO-ALLY CITIES project aims to accelerate the transition towards a circular and resource-efficient economy in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro by modernising municipal waste management systems, strengthening institutional capacities, and promoting responsible consumption and sustainable resource use through active citizen participation. The project addresses common cross-border challenges related to low recycling rates, excessive reliance on landfilling, outdated waste management infrastructure, and limited public awareness by introducing innovative technological solutions, circular economy practices, and coordinated waste management strategies. Planned activities include the procurement of specialised waste collection vehicles, the installation of smart waste separation containers, the establishment of pilot reuse centres, the development of the Waste Tracker mobile application, certified training programmes for municipal staff, and comprehensive awareness-raising and educational campaigns. Through pilot investments, digital innovation, capacity-building activities, and cross-border knowledge exchange, the project will strengthen the ability of local authorities and utility companies to initiate sustainable waste management practices, improve recycling and reuse rates, and promote the long-term transition goals towards zero-waste communities across the Programme area.
Beneficiaries:
The Lead Partner (LP), City of Srebrenik (BA), is responsible for the overall coordination and management of the project. It oversees project implementation, financial and administrative management, partner coordination, reporting, and quality assurance. The City of Srebrenik coordinates the development of the joint circular waste management framework, leads the implementation of pilot investments, supervises the deployment of innovative waste management technologies and digital solutions, and ensures the long-term sustainability and transferability of project results.
Public Utility Company Županja Ltd (HR) is responsible for implementing pilot waste management activities by introducing innovative circular economy solutions and modern waste collection practices. It contributes to the deployment and testing of smart waste management technologies, supports the development and implementation of the Waste Tracker digital platform, participates in joint capacity-building activities, and promotes sustainable waste separation, recycling, and community engagement at the local level.
Utility Company “Čistoća” LLC Herceg Novi (ME) is responsible for implementing pilot investments and innovative waste management solutions. It introduces specialised waste collection equipment and smart waste separation systems, participates in testing and validating digital monitoring tools, supports the delivery of certified training programmes and awareness-raising activities, and contributes to strengthening institutional capacities and promoting the replication of circular economy practices.