The “Romania Unfolds” platform, initiated by Veolia Romania, a global leader in ecological transformation, launches the fifth episode of its first documentary mini-series on sustainability. This episode aims to explore how innovation and technological progress contribute to the development of modern and sustainable infrastructure, supporting the transition of cities toward inclusive and sustainable industrialization.
By showcasing concrete solutions for reducing seismic risks, improving energy efficiency in buildings, and advancing electric mobility, “Romania Unfolds” promotes best practices that support sustainable infrastructure development, demonstrating how innovation can help build a safer and greener future for communities across Romania.
The fifth episode of the sustainability-themed documentary mini-series “Romania Unfolds,” supported by Veolia Romania, focuses on modern infrastructure as a key driver of sustainable industrialization. Through innovative solutions, the episode highlights the impact of advanced technologies on economic development and the improvement of quality of life in urban areas.
Dedicated to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 9, this episode highlights initiatives that contribute to reducing seismic risks, enhancing energy efficiency, and accelerating the transition to electric mobility, providing concrete examples of best practices implemented in Romania.
Romania faces significant challenges related to infrastructure and seismic risk. Bucharest, for instance, is the European capital most vulnerable to seismic hazards, with over 3,000 buildings at risk from earthquakes. In this context, Re:Rise, the first company in Romania dedicated to mitigating seismic impact, plays a vital role. Through its “After the Earthquake” project, Re:Rise implements innovative solutions, such as the Digital Equipment Registry and Emergency Response Drone Mapping system, aimed at minimizing the effects of potential earthquakes and protecting residents in high-risk areas.
In parallel, Romania’s construction sector is undergoing a transformation driven by sustainable solutions promoted by the Inginerie Creativă design office. Specializing in the development of passive houses, the company delivers energy-efficient buildings that significantly reduce heating and cooling needs, which is crucial for lowering Romania's carbon footprint and enhancing the energy efficiency of its infrastructure. While passive buildings have become a standard across the European Union, with over 6,000 such constructions, Romania has only 30 registered to date.
Through its work, Inginerie Creativă positions Romania to join broader European efforts toward a greener, more energy-efficient future.
When it comes to transportation infrastructure, Cluj-Napoca stands out as a city actively committed to the transition to electric mobility. The first Romanian city to invest in electric buses back in 2018, Cluj-Napoca is now on track to achieve 100% zero-emission public transportation by 2030. This transformation is a significant step toward sustainable industrialization and integrated urban infrastructure, helping reduce carbon emissions and improve the quality of life for its citizens.
“At Veolia, we focus on strategic partnerships and the development and promotion of innovative projects that meet the evolving needs of cities - from energy efficiency to resilient urban infrastructure. In doing so, we actively contribute to improving urban infrastructure, enhancing the quality of life for communities in Romania, and reducing the impact on natural ecosystems.” - Mădălin Mihailovici, CEO of Veolia Romania
Through this initiative, Veolia Romania not only promotes sustainable solutions but also provides a tangible framework for implementing them within local communities.
ABOUT VEOLIA
Veolia Group aims to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Present on five continents with 215,000 employees, the Group designs and deploys functional, practical solutions for managing water, waste, and energy, contributing significantly to an improvement in the current situation. Through its three complementary activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, preserve existing resources, and renew them. In 2024, the Veolia group provided drinking water to 111 million inhabitants and sanitation services to 98 million, produced 42 million megawatt-hours of energy, and treated 65 million tonnes of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 44.7 billion euros in 2024.