The groups, including Bosc Verd and Revolta Pagesa, represent the opposition of 16 local municipalities. They are fighting against a proposal to increase the use of waste-derived fuels to 80%, which would involve burning nearly 300,000 tons of municipal and industrial waste every year.
Critics argue that cement plants lack the environmental and health safeguards found in specialized incineration facilities. They pointed out that Catalonia is currently failing to meet European recycling targets, reaching only 47.1% instead of the required 55%.
“"Air pollution is one of the main environmental problems affecting public health."
The local community is calling for the upcoming Catalan Waste Law to strictly prohibit incineration in cement factories. They emphasize that medical experts have long warned about the health risks associated with increased pollutant levels in the air.
