The Ministry of Environment and Water will refer the case involving the destruction of part of the habitat to the competent prosecutor’s office In order to prevent the risk of damage to and destruction of the habitat of the Rhodope Haberlea (Orpheus’s flower) (Haberlea rhodopensis Friv.), by order dated April 28, 2026, the Minister...

The issue of household waste is no longer just a matter of cleanliness, but of fairness, efficiency, and European standards. This is precisely why the change in the household waste fee is becoming one of the most important changes for municipalities, businesses, and citizens. The principle is clear. The regulatory framework is in place. However, ac...

Today marks the 77th anniversary of the establishment of the largest and longest-running communist detention camp for opponents of the regime in Bulgaria Seventy-seven years after the decision to establish the Belene camp, members of the Council of Ministers paid tribute to the memory of the victims and all those who were repressed and whose path ...

The document “Bulgaria’s Water Crises” sets out recommendations to be used in the development of a long-term national water management policy "Bulgaria's Water Crises – Analysis and Solutions" is an analytical report prepared by Minister of Environment and Water Yulian Popov in collaboration with Deputy Minister Petar D...

The MOEW reminds local authorities to monitor the latest hydrometeorological information and forecasts for hazardous weather events published on the Ministry’s official website As of April 27, 2026, the total volume of water stored in major and significant dams is 5 141.6 million cubic meters, amounting to 78.67% of their total capacity ...

By orders of Minister Julian Popov, the area of the “Izvorska River Estuary,” “Sladun,” and “Dupkata” sites has also been expanded Minister of Environment and Water Julian Popov issued an order declaring a new protected area - protected area “Steppe Communities along the Studena River.” The new ...

Minister of Environment and Water Julian Popov held a working meeting with representatives of the Sofia Municipality, experts, architects, and civil society organizations to discuss the next steps for the ecological restoration of urban rivers in Sofia. The meeting is another step in his consistent policy for the restoration of urban rivers. It is...

As a Member State of the European Union (EU), the Republic of Bulgaria is obliged to ensure the implementation of the requirements of European legislation in the field of waste management, in particular Regulation (EU) 2025/40 on packaging and packaging waste. At present, current national legislation lacks a legally established mechanism for the in...

On 22 April, we mark the international initiative for the 56th time On 22 April, we mark Earth Day with the theme “Our Power, Our Planet”. The mass mobilisation of people has always been at the heart of Earth Day and is a catalyst for a shift in mindset, because when people unite for a common cause, they can overcome even the great...

The Ministry of Environment and Water is monitoring the situation regarding the oil spill in the Black Sea – in the area of the Russian city of Tuapse. The oil slick is in the Russian coastal zone and efforts are underway to contain it.  “There is no threat to our territorial waters. The distance to Shabla is 840 km. The spill co...

The Minister of Environment and Water Julian Popov met with Romania’s Minister of Environment, Water and Forests Diana Buzoianu. The meeting took place during a working visit to Bucharest. During the talks, issues of mutual interest in the field of the environment, water and climate policies were discussed, with an emphasis on the importance...

Companies managing complex and significant dams are maintaining levels within optimal limits As of 20 April 2026, the total volume of water stored in complex and significant dams stands at 5 144.6 million cubic metres amounting to 78.71% of their total capacity. The Kamchia, Asenovets, and Pchelina dams are at 100% full, whilst the Srechenska...