AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEU Consumer Rules: The European Commission has opened infringement proceedings against Slovenia (and 19 other EU states) for not fully transposing 2024 consumer-protection rules tied to the green transition and for tackling greenwashing. Labour & Construction: Slovenia’s Labour Inspectorate reported 18,200 violations in 2025 after 11,300 inspections, with construction among the biggest hotspots. Business Costs: The Chamber of Commerce (GZS) says more than half of companies saw labour costs per employee rise by over 10% in the past year, leaving limited room to manoeuvre amid tough competition. Energy Transition Industry: The EU’s Innovation Fund Heat Auction picked projects in 10 countries including Slovenia, backing clean heat to replace gas-based production; one listed site is Lek Pharmaceuticals in Mengeš. Pharma Education: Ljubljana’s Faculty of Pharmacy broke ground on a €100m campus building at Brdo, aiming to expand training and lab capacity by 2030. Waste-to-Energy Debate: A public debate in Slovenia highlighted a split over planned waste-to-energy plants, with supporters citing essential waste management and opponents warning of health and environmental risks. Work Patterns: New EU data shows long working weeks across the region, with Slovenia among the highest for women’s hours.
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