Arnika: Spolana Neratovice again tops Czech polluters ranking

The Spolana chemical plant in Neratovice in central Bohemia tops the rankings of the biggest Czech polluters in 2015, presented by the environmental association Arnika on Wednesday. According to Arnika, the quantity of carcinogenic substances released by plants decreased year-on-year for a second time in a row, but the quantity of substances harming the ozone layer of the Earth and dioxins has increased. Other large polluters include Kovohutě Holding DZ and the Peter GFK laminate producer. Most polluters are located in the Moravia-Silesia, north Bohemia and Vysočina regions.

Author: Ruth Fraňková