• Deputy Director of the Environmental Protection Fund Mirko Budiša announced the start of remediation of illegally dumped waste in Poznanovac and the first phase in Gospić in autumn.
  • The first phase in Gospić, involving removal of hazardous plastic, is expected to be completed by spring 2027.
  • Budiša denied claims of groundwater contamination, stating that regular tests show no parameter exceedances.
  • Three remediation phases are planned in Gospić, including removal of bagged waste in silos and buried waste.
  • Remediation is also underway at other sites: Dugi Rat, Kosica, Kaštela Bay, Biljane Donje, and Sovjak pit.

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