The University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy (UACEG) commemorated the 100th anniversary of the commissioning of the first section of the Rila Aqueduct and the 135th anniversary of the birth of its chief designer The Rila Aqueduct is not merely an extraordinary engineering achievement, but an example of foresight, professionali...

Rositsa Karamfilova, Minister of the Environment and Water, issued an order designating a new protected area in the “Natural Landmark” category. The goal is to protect a remarkable feature of the inanimate natural world - the “Dokuzak” waterfall in the territory of Malko Tarnovo, Malko Tarnovo Municipality, Burgas Province, ...

For October 27, the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) has issued a first-degree warning (yellow code) for the risk of significant rainfall in the Silistra and Dobrich regions As of October 26, 2026, the total volume of water stored in complex and significant dams is 4,176.5 million cubic meters, representing 63.90% of thei...

A study by Sofia University identifies the key factors behind the disaster and proposes a set of nature-based and engineering solutions. The Ministry of Environment and Water will build upon the risk assessment approach with a focus on small watersheds and the prevention of flash floods “We cannot rely solely on responding after disaster...

The court rulings confirm the power plant’s liability for failing to comply with the conditions of the integrated permit and for failing to implement sufficient measures to limit fugitive emissions With decisions that have entered into force on October 19 and 20, 2026, the Kyustendil Administrative Court has upheld two penalty orders iss...

The new protected area covers over 76 decares in the municipality of Tran and will contribute to the preservation of natural resources and the development of eco-friendly tourism in the region Rositsa Karamfilova, Minister of Environment and Water, issued an order designating a new protected area - the “Vrabchanski Waterfall” natur...

Joint actions are to improve the monitoring and forecasting of hazardous natural phenomena, support flood prevention, and strengthen institutional preparedness to respond to climate-related risks Bulgaria and Romania are taking joint action to mitigate the risk of floods and droughts along the Danube and to better protect the population from t...

48 penalty orders were issued, imposing fines totaling over 800 000 euros Experts from the 15 Regional Inspectorates for Environment and Water (RIEWs) conducted 2092 inspections at 1834 sites in September. The main focus was on implementing the inspection plan and strengthening oversight of cleanliness in populated areas. A total of 490 orders...

As of 19 October 2026, the total stored volume in complex and significant dams is 4207.4 million cubic meters, representing 64.37% of their total capacity. The current water storage volumes in complex and major dams, by primary purpose, are as follows: for drinking and domestic water supply - 78.67% of total capacity; for backup drinking and d...

By Order No. 9167/October 16, 2026, issued in Administrative Case No. 144/2026, the Administrative Court (AC) – Burgas rejected the request by the director of the Regional Inspectorate of Environment and Water (RIEW) – Veliko Tarnovo to authorize a new preliminary enforcement of Order No. RD-18/January 15, 2026, issued by the director o...

Parliament today adopted amendments to the Waste Management Act (WMA), which establish clear responsibilities, transparent rules, and enhanced oversight in the sector. The amendments aim to facilitate market entry for new participants and improve competitive conditions in the industry, while strengthening oversight of recycling organizations and l...

The Deputy Minister of Environment and Water congratulated the academic community of the St. Ivan Rilski University of Mining and Geology on the occasion of the university’s patron saint’s day “The future does not lie in pitting economic development against environmental protection. It lies in the knowledge, technologies, and...