Addressing the critical need for transparency in EU Just Transition funds, the project unites distinct outlets from Romania’s most industrial and coal-dependent counties: Craiova Știri (Dolj), Gazeta de Dimineață (Hunedoara), Știri Actuale (Prahova), alongside Sudvest and Presa fără stăpâni (Gorj).
Moving beyond the traditional, fragmented local media model, this initiative builds a joint watchdog network. The project will empower teams of three journalists from each participating newsroom through specialized training in OSINT and data journalism. By establishing a collaborative "Green Tips Hub," these teams will produce in-depth investigations into how Green Deal funds are spent, preventing corruption and misuse. This cross-regional approach ensures that environmental accountability is treated systemically, amplifying the impact of local reporting to a European level.
Timeline:
January 2026 – June 2026
Trainers/Mentors:
Oana Despa (Investigative Journalism Expert)
Simona Carlugea (Data/OSINT Expert)
Marius Ilie Daea (Project Coordinator & Investigation Specialist)
