Press Release: Environment: Commission urges Bulgaria to comply with EU nature protection laws

The European Commission is concerned Bulgaria has not assessed the possible impact of wind turbines and other projects in protected areas of the Kaliakra region.

On the recommendation of Environment Commissioner Janez Potočnik, the Commission has sent a reasoned opinion to ask Bulgaria to comply with applicable EU laws.

If Bulgaria fails to do so within two months, the Commission may refer the case to the EU Court of Justice. Should the case reach the Court, the Commission may ask for interim measures as well as the removal of offending projects.

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