STATE OF THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM IN SOUTHEASTERN SERBIA BY MUNICIPALITIES AND CITIES

Žarko Vranjanac

DOI Number
https://doi.org/10.22190/FUWLEP250116003V
First page
025
Last page
032

Abstract


This paper focuses on the state of wastewater treatment systems in Southeastern Serbia, specifically within the municipalities and cities of the Nišava, Toplica, Pirot, Jablanica and Pčinja districts. It provides a comprehensive overview of wastewater treatment systems in Europe and globally, offering a comparative perspective on Serbia's current status. This study conducts research and a comparative analysis using an indicator to monitor the state of wastewater treatment in the Republic of Serbia, across regions, and in cities and municipalities of Southeast Serbia, based on the most recent available data. Key results and findings are presented, followed by conclusions derived from the analysis, aiming to contribute to a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in improving wastewater treatment systems in Southeastern Serbia.

Keywords

Wastewater treatment, Indicators, Public utilities, Comparative analysis

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.22190/FUWLEP250116003V

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