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Environmental indicators in Slovenia


Environmental indicators are based on graphs, maps and assessments and as such present environmental trends in Slovenia. The indicators represent one of the four pillars of our environmental reporting, and are prepared in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act. The Environmental Indicators in Slovenia website enables users to browse among 180 indicators. They are based on numerical data and they indicate the state, characteristics and trends of environmental development in Slovenia. They are prepared using a systematic approach based on data and monitoring, as shown in the information pyramid.

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Natura 2000 areas were designated in 2004. Acording to the conclusions of bilateral meeting with European Comission in 2014 the Natura 2000 network was expanded in 2016. Natura 2000 area cover 7681 km2 or 37,50% of the total area and 7676 km2 or 37,87 % of the terrestrial area of the country.

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The energy efficiency preference index among single-family homeowners is 46 (on a scale of 0 to 100), indicating untapped potential for improvement. The analysis reveals a divided market: approximately a fifth of households are completely passive, living in energy-inefficient homes and not considering renovation. Most of the remaining households are already on the path to greater efficiency, either by actively considering renovation or by having already updated individual elements such as windows, the facade, or the roof.

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In 2023, agriculture accounted for 97.4% of total ammonia emissions. From 1990 to 2024, ammonia emissions in Slovenian agriculture decreased by 31.0% and by 15.7% since 2005. Slovenian agriculture is achieving the overall emissions target set out in the NEC Directive (a gradual reduction of at least 15% by 2030 compared to 2005).

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In Slovenia, emissions of persistent organic pollutants (polychlorinated biphenyl, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, hexachlorobenzene, dioxins and furans) decreased between 1990-2023, primarily due to targeted legislation, improved control and use of best available technologies.

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Emissions of primary particles smaller than 10 µm (PM10), particles smaller than 2.5 µm (PM2.5), and all total suspended particles (TSP) decreased in Slovenia in the period 2000–2023 by 26 %, 36 %, and 11 %, respectively. The main source of particulate matter emissions are households, mainly due to the use of biomass for domestic heating.

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Heavy metal emissions in Slovenia significantly decreased between 1990 and 2023. This can be largely attributed to the implementation of the EU legislation, improved surveillance and use of the best available technologies.