Govt formally aborts Mura power project

Ljubljana, 30 May - The government has formally aborted plans to build hydro power stations on the river Mura in the north-east. The decision was taken after the former environment minister announced in January the project was not viable due to environmental concerns.

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Environment and Spatial Planning Minister Simon Zajc speaks to the press after the government session.
Photo: Anže Malovrh/STA

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The river Mura in the north-east of Slovenia.
Photo: Nebojša Tejić/STA
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