Oikon Ltd. - Institute of Applied Ecology

☀️🏝️ Summer break is over, and we are back at work with fresh energy (and a good tan 😎), ready to dive into new projects! 💪 Here are some snapshots from our summer in the Adriatic. And how was your summer? 💙 #Oikon #Summervacation #adriatic #backtowork #croatiafulloflife

Collisions with turbines are one of the main risks for migratory and endangered bird species. This issue is attracting increasing attention from regulators, investors, and local communities. The good news is that the solution exists. Oikon now brings world-leading Shutdown on Demand (SDOD) technologies to Southeast Europe: IdentiFlight (USA), Robin Radar Systems (Netherlands) and ProTecBird GmbH (Germany). SDoD is a mitigation strategy used at wind farms to reduce the risk of birds colliding with turbine blades. It involves temporarily stopping the rotation of wind turbines when birds that are at risk are detected approaching the danger zone around turbines. The purpose is to protect bird populations from fatal collisions. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ddVG44pZ / Sudar s turbinama jedan je od glavnih rizika stradavanja za ptice selice i zaštićene vrste. Regulatori, investitori i lokalne zajednice sve više prepoznaju taj problem. Dobra vijest je da postoji rješenje. Oikon donosi vodeće Shutdown on Demand (SDOD) tehnologije u jugoistočnu Europu: Identiflight (SAD), Robin Radar Systems (Nizozemska) and ProtecBird (Njemačka). SDOD je strategija ublažavanja utjecaja koja se koristi na vjetroelektranama radi smanjenja rizika od sudara ptica s lopaticama vjetroturbina. Podrazumijeva privremeno zaustavljanje rotacije turbina kada se u blizini otkriju jedinke zaštićenih ili osjetljivih vrsta ptica koje ulaze u zonu povećanog rizika od sudara. Cilj je spriječiti smrtonosne sudare i očuvati populacije ptica. 👉 Saznajte više: https://lnkd.in/dumc4Fpf #Oikon #SDOD #Shutdownondemand #windenergy #oie #vjetroelektrane #zaštitaprirode

🦇 We loved hosting the bat team from Waardenburg Ecology (Alrike, Martijn B. and Martijn D.) here in Croatia, together with our colleagues from Supernatural - Nature Research & Consultancy. Their visit was part of our growing collaboration within the European Renewable Energy & Wildlife Consortium (#ERWC), which had also taken us on a study visit to the Netherlands earlier this year. 👉 Over the week, we shared knowledge through workshops on the history and future of bat research in Croatia, methods we use in current projects, and data analysis with a focus on renewable energy. 🌿 Out in the field, we explored together: acoustic monitoring, mist-netting, cave surveys, and habitat reconnaissance. Our Dutch colleagues had the opportunity to discover Croatia’s diverse landscapes and habitats, and for some, it was their first time seeing certain bat species in the wild. 🤝 This exchange strengthened our expertise, expanded horizons, and opened the door to exciting joint projects ahead. Marta Renje Petra Patacko #Oikon #ERWC #batresearch #renewableenergy #ecology

EU legislation, including the Birds and Habitats Directives, and financial standards such as ESG and the EU Taxonomy, increasingly require clear evidence of biodiversity mitigation. Lenders now expect projects to demonstrate how impacts on protected species are avoided, minimised, and monitored. Shutdown on Demand (SDoD) systems have emerged as best practice across Europe. By stopping turbines only when birds are at real risk, SDoD provides credible mitigation, supports compliance, and reduces project risk, making it a key tool for developers and investors. Even in non-EU Balkan countries such as Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, and North Macedonia, international finance institutions (EIB, EBRD) apply EU-level environmental standards. Projects without robust biodiversity measures face higher permitting risks and difficulties securing financing. Implementing SDoD in these markets similarly demonstrates responsible management, protects nature, and increases investor confidence. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ddVG44pZ / Europsko zakonodavstvo, uključujući Direktive o pticama i staništima, te financijski standardi poput ESG-a i EU Taksonomije, sve češće zahtijevaju jasne dokaze o provođenju mjera zaštite bioraznolikosti. Investitori i zajmodavci očekuju da projekti pokažu kako se utjecaji na zaštićene vrste izbjegavaju, ublažavaju i prate kroz cijeli životni ciklus projekta. Sustavi Shutdown on Demand (SDoD) postali su priznata najbolja praksa u Europi. Zaustavljanjem turbina samo kada ptice stvarno ugrožavaju sigurnost, SDoD omogućuje vjerodostojnu zaštitu vrsta, osigurava usklađenost s regulatornim zahtjevima i smanjuje rizik projekta, što ga čini ključnim alatom za investitore i developere. Čak i u ostalim zemljama regije koje nisu članice EU-a, poput Bosne i Hercegovine, Srbije, Crne Gore i Sjeverne Makedonije, međunarodne financijske institucije (EIB, EBRD) primjenjuju standarde zaštite okoliša na razini EU. Projekti bez učinkovitih mjera zaštite bioraznolikosti izloženi su većim rizicima pri izdavanju dozvola i otežanom pristupu financiranju. Implementacija SDoD sustava i u tim tržištima pokazuje odgovorno upravljanje, štiti prirodu i povećava povjerenje investitora. 👉 Saznajte više: https://lnkd.in/dumc4Fpf #Oikon #SDoD #OIE #windenergy #wildlife #zaštitaprirode #ekologija

𝗭𝗮𝘃𝗿š𝗲𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗸𝘁 𝘇𝗮 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗿𝗲: 𝗽𝗿𝘃𝗶 𝗜𝘇𝘃𝗷𝗲š𝘁𝗮𝗷 𝗼 𝗼𝗱𝗿ž𝗶𝘃𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶 Industrija igara na sreću jedna je od najstrože reguliranih u Hrvatskoj i Europi. Istodobno, riječ je o sektoru osjetljivom s društvenog, etičkog i regulatornog aspekta, osobito kada je riječ o krajnjim korisnicima. Upravo te teme u velikoj mjeri oblikuju povjerenje igrača, regulatorne zahtjeve i dugoročnu održivost poslovanja. Izvještavanje o održivosti način je da se te teme prikažu na cjelovit i transparentan način. Prvi Izvještaj o održivosti za Interigre d.o.o. obuhvaća 2024. godinu. Izvještaj smo izradili u skladu s Direktivom o korporativnom izvještavanju o održivosti (CSRD), Europskim standardima za izvještavanje o održivosti (ESRS) te Taksonomijom EU-a. Kao član grupacije NOVUM SWISS AG i jedan od vodećih priređivača igara na sreću u Hrvatskoj, Interigre su ovim dokumentom formalno započele izvještavanje o održivosti. Projekt je obuhvatio analizu poslovnog modela i mapiranje lanca vrijednosti, čime su identificirane ključne teme: potrošnja električne energije, emisije povezane s energijom i nabavom aparata za igre na sreću, fluktuacija zaposlenika, zaštita igrača i provedba mjera odgovornog igranja, suradnja s udrugama HUPIS i KLOK, regulatorna usklađenost te sprječavanje pranja novca. Paralelno smo proveli analizu ugljičnog otiska za sve tri kategorije emisija prema GHG protokolu (Opseg 1, 2 i 3). Podatke smo prikupili iz različitih izvora i obrađeni prema najnovijim međunarodnim standardima. Na temelju rezultata definirani su ciljevi smanjenja emisija u skladu s metodologijom Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Proveli smo i analizu raskoraka između početnog stanja, zahtjeva ESRS-a, Taksonomije EU-a i ciljeva klimatske neutralnosti, uz prijedlog mjera smanjenja emisija te definiranje ključnih pokazatelja uspješnosti (KPI). KPI-jeve i plan mjera predstavili smo članovima tima za održivost, uključujući i članovima Uprave. Svi podaci korišteni u izradi izvještaja i analize prikupljeni su na način koji osigurava potpun revizorski trag. Projekt smo proveli u suradnji s operativnim i upravljačkim timom Interigra, kroz radne sastanke, edukacije i konzultacije sa sektorskim udrugama. Time smo postavili temelj za daljnje unaprjeđenje praksi održivog poslovanja, zaštite korisnika i transparentnog izvještavanja. Andreja Pavlović #Oikon #Interigre #Izvještajoodrživosti #ESG #CSRD #ESRS #EUtaksonomija #održivost

🌬️ 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 According to a new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), 91% of new renewable power projects in 2024 were cheaper than fossil fuel alternatives. But while we celebrate this milestone, we must ensure that biodiversity doesn't become the hidden cost of the energy transition. At Oikon, we believe that clean energy must also be nature-compatible. That’s why we support wind developers in Southeast Europe by providing access to world-leading bird protection systems that temporarily halt turbine blades when protected bird species are at risk, significantly reducing collision fatalities and helping meet environmental regulations. 📖 Read the report: https://lnkd.in/dtBD2442 🦅 Learn more about our bird protection technologies: https://lnkd.in/ddVG44pZ #WindEnergy #Biodiversity #Renewables #BirdProtection #Oikon #OIE #vjetroelektrane #zaštitaptica #ekologija

📢 We are excited and proud to announce that Oikon is bringing world-leading bird protection technologies to wind farms in Croatia and Southeast Europe! 🌍 As wind energy expands across the region, so does the need for smart, science-based solutions that ensure biodiversity protection while supporting renewable energy goals. Through our role as the regional representative for IdentiFlight (USA), Robin Radar Systems (Netherlands), and ProTecBird GmbH (Germany), we are making advanced AI-powered, radar-based, and turbine-mounted systems available to help developers meet environmental requirements and implement Shutdown on Demand (#SDOD), a proven approach that safeguards wildlife and maintains efficient energy production. This marks an important step forward in aligning the region’s energy transition with nature conservation. 🌳 🦅 👉 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/dipJvxqT #Oikon #Identiflight #RobinRadar #ProtecBird #windenergy #natureprotection #vjetroelektrane #zaštitaprirode

We are excited and proud to partner with IdentiFlight to bring their AI-powered bird protection system to wind farms across Croatia and Southeast Europe! 🦅 🌍 More information coming soon – stay tuned! #Oikon #IdentiFlight #SDOD #WindEnergy #Biodiversity

Oikon surađuje sa Şişecam Soda Lukavac na izradi PCF analize (Product Carbon Footprint) njihovih proizvoda prema normi ISO 14067:2018 – ključnom alatu za izračun ugljičnog otiska proizvoda. Analiza se temelji na pristupu „od kolijevke do izlaza iz tvornice“ (cradle-to-gate), koji obuhvaća sve emisije od sirovine do kraja proizvodnog procesa. Za razliku od organizacijskih emisija koje se računaju prema GHG protokolu i ISO 14064, PCF pruža precizan uvid u emisije povezane s pojedinim proizvodom. Ovakve analize temelj su dekarbonizacije, upravljanja utjecajima u lancu vrijednosti, LCA analiza i izrade EPD deklaracija. Ove usluge pomažu poduzećima u jačanju tržišne konkurentnosti, ispunjavanju zahtjeva kupaca i regulatornih obveza te u postavljanju znanstveno utemeljenih klimatskih ciljeva. Oikonov tim posjeduje međunarodne certifikate TÜV Lead Implementer za ISO 14067, čime osiguravamo stručnost i usklađenost s najvišim standardima. / Oikon is collaborating with Sisecam Soda Lukavac on a Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) study in accordance with ISO 14067:2018, a key methodology for calculating product-level GHG emissions. The analysis follows a cradle-to-gate approach, covering all emissions from raw material extraction to the end of the manufacturing process. Unlike organisational footprints (GHG Protocol / ISO 14064), PCF enables precise emission insights per functional unit. Such assessments are essential for decarbonisation, value chain impact management, LCA studies, and the preparation of EPD declarations. These services support companies in strengthening their market competitiveness, meeting customer and regulatory expectations, and setting science-based climate targets. Our team includes TÜV-certified Lead Implementers for ISO 14067, ensuring credibility and compliance with the highest standards. Andreja Pavlović #Oikon #sustainability #productcarbonfootprint #održivost

The 10th edition of the SPLIT Remote Sensing® Hands-On Professional Summer School (#SPLITRS2025) took place in Split, Croatia, from June 30 to July 5, bringing together international professionals and researchers focused on sustainable land management. This year’s theme, “Remote Sensing for Sustainable Land Management: Integrating Agriculture, Forestry, and Geohazards”, highlighted practical applications of Earth Observation technologies in addressing real-world environmental challenges. Oikon also participated in the programme: Luka Raspović took part in the full programme, while Branimir Radun and Ivan Tomljenović, PhD held two expert-led sessions that combined theory and practice. Visit for more info: https://lnkd.in/dCDKNw8W Photos: SPLIT Remote Sensing #Oikon #RemoteSensing #SummerSchool