Croatia Reports Up to 98% Reduction in Air Pollutant Emissions by 2024
Croatia's Ministry of Environmental Protection reports significant reductions in air pollutant emissions from 1990 to 2024. Sulfur dioxide emissions decreased by 97% since 1990, while nitrogen oxides were reduced by 43%. The report highlights ongoing challenges in sectors such as agriculture, transport, and household heating as stricter targets for 2030 approach. Heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants have also seen substantial reductions due to regulatory measures and technological advancements.
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Croatia's Ministry of Environmental Protection announced a significant reduction in air pollutant emissions, with sulfur dioxide decreasing by 97% since 1990 to 4.6 kilotons in 2024. Nitrogen oxide emissions were reduced by 43% to 43.2 kilotons.
Despite these successes, challenges remain in agriculture, household heating, and road transport, particularly concerning future targets for 2030. Ammonia emissions fell by 38% to 26 kilotons, while non-methane volatile organic compounds decreased by 51% to 44.9 kilotons. Additional reductions in particulate matter (44% decrease) and heavy metals were recorded, attributed to regulatory measures and technological advancements.
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