New data on air pollution from TPP "Bobov Dol"
The organization Greenpeace Bulgaria has published alarming data regarding the operations of TPP "Bobov Dol". According to the environmental organization, the power plant is responsible for serious violations of air quality standards in the region during the first weeks of 2026.
The analysis shows that in a period of just 21 days, five cases of exceeded sulfur dioxide (SO2) levels were recorded. Furthermore, two instances of exceeding the permissible concentrations of fine particulate matter (PM) were reported. These indicators are a sign of serious pollution that threatens the health of people in the surrounding settlements.
Greenpeace criticizes the plant's management and trade unions, claiming that information about harmful emissions is not being presented accurately to the public. According to the environmentalists, the toxicity levels resulting from the activities of TPP "Bobov Dol" are among the highest in the country.
At this moment, the institutions responsible for environmental control have not yet issued an official comment on the released data. The case is expected to spark a debate regarding the future of coal-fired power plants in Bulgaria and the need for stricter environmental inspections.