We are pleased to formally announce the publication of our latest scholarly volume, now accessible via Springer Nature as an open-access volume – you can freely download the and explore the full content.
This edited collection, developed within the framework of the Horizon Europe GreenFORCE project, represents a significant contribution to research on sustainable development, environmental governance, and socio-economic transformations related to climate action.
Access the publication here: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-95075-9
This volume comprises 27 peer-reviewed chapters authored by leading researchers from different institutions including the partners of the Horizon Europe GreenFORCE project:
- Politecnico di Torino
- Co-PLAN Institute for Habitat Development
- University of Belgrade – Faculty of Geography
- Nordregio
- Центар за економски анализи- ЦЕА/Center for Economic Analyses – CEA
The chapters offer diverse perspectives on critical themes such as:
- Just Green Transitions
- Post-Socialist Societal Transformations
- Environmental Governance and Policy
- Urban Sustainability and Resilience
- Socio-Economic Impacts of Climate Action
This publication aims to advance scholarly understanding and foster interdisciplinary dialogue on sustainable development pathways, particularly within the contexts of Europe and the Western Balkans. As an open-access volume, it invites global dissemination and utilization by researchers, policymakers, and practitioners committed to sustainable and equitable transitions.
We extend our gratitude to all contributors, peer reviewers, and GreenFORCE partners whose collaborative efforts made this volume possible. We hope this work will serve as a valuable resource for ongoing research and policy development in the fields of environmental sustainability and socio-economic resilience.
Keywords: Green Transitions, Climate Action, Urban Sustainability, Socio-economic Development, Environmental Governance, Horizon Europe, Open Access, Academic Research












