environment

Minister Pavkov Visited Valjevo to Inspect Work on Remediation and Closure of Unsanitary Landfill and Construction of Transfer Station with Recycling Yard

She emphasized that these projects are extremely important not only for Valjevo but also for the entire Kolubara District.

Minister Pavkov Visited Valjevo to Inspect Work on Remediation and Closure of Unsanitary Landfill and Construction of Transfer Station with Recycling Yard

TL;DR

  • Minister Sara Pavkov inspected ecological projects in Valjevo, including landfill remediation and the construction of a transfer station with a recycling yard.
  • These projects are crucial for Valjevo and the entire Kolubara district, resolving an environmental issue that has affected citizens for over 35 years.
  • The unsanitary landfill is being remediated and reclaimed, closed according to regulations to prevent pollution of the Kolubara River.
  • Valjevo will be the first local self-government to use the Regional Center in Kalenić, meeting high European waste management standards.
  • A transfer station with a recycling yard will also serve Mionica and Osečina municipalities.
  • Similar facilities are being built in Loznica and Obrenovac with support from European partners AFD and EBRD.
  • Minister Pavkov thanked the Mayor of Valjevo and the director of JKP "Vidrak" for recognizing the importance of environmental protection.
  • Future efforts will focus on accelerating the implementation of capital projects to deliver tangible results for citizens.