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Description
The project is needed to clean up a historically contaminated with oil products site by eliminating a source of pollution that, in the context of climate changes, poses a significant risk to the Baltic Sea and its coast and the health of the surrounding population.
The usage of sustainable treatment technologies will ensure:
- elimination of the free oil products fraction recorded in the soil massif of the contaminated territory;
- in the contaminated area what lays parallel to coastal zone of the Baltic Sea, a filtering and purifying barrier system will be installed - that will ensure the cessation of migration of groundwater contaminated with dissolved oil products towards the Baltic Sea, completely eliminating the risks of marine pollution.
As a result of the project, the risks to Public health and the Environment in the respective area will be eliminated and it will be made usable in accordance with the interests of public and city development. Additionally, the project will enable public awareness and education campaigns, public awareness of environmental and climate issues will be increased, while the exchange of experience with the Norwegian partner will provide additional practical and theoretical knowledge on this type of project implementation, international experience and efficient use of funding.
Summary of project results
The project was necessary to clean up a site historically contaminated with oil products by eliminating a source of pollution that, in the context of climate change, posed a significant risk to the Baltic Sea, its coast, and the health of the surrounding population.
The project undertook significant activities to remediate contaminated land and enhance public awareness regarding environmental issues. Key actions included:
Contamination Remediation: The project successfully reduced the thickness of free oil product fractions in the soil to less than 0.01 meters over an area of 23,000 square meters. A filtering and purifying barrier system was installed along the Baltic Sea coast, measuring 302.9 meters in length. This system effectively halted the migration of contaminated groundwater containing dissolved oil products towards the Baltic Sea, thereby preventing potential marine pollution risks.
Public Awareness Campaign: The project organized a comprehensive public information and education campaign, enhancing community knowledge on environmental and climate issues. This included:
- Publication of 19 press releases and 5 articles, along with 2 publications in print media.
- Creation of an educational print kit and 10 video segments exceeding the project''s minimum requirements.
- Collaboration with 4 organizations to foster partnerships.
Event Cycles: Three event cycles were implemented in 2022, 2023, and 2024, featuring diverse activities such as:
- Climate workshops and classes.
- Outreach climate workshops and a closing event.
- Climate-related events specifically targeting seniors.
Target Audience Engagement: The campaign effectively reached its target audience, focusing on different demographic groups including students, youth, adults, and seniors, providing tailored information about climate change and environmental matters.
Knowledge Exchange: The project facilitated experience-sharing with a Norwegian partner (IDN), providing participants with valuable practical and theoretical insights into remediation projects and public education methods in Norway. This collaboration fostered potential future contacts and knowledge of funding sources for similar projects.
Overall, the project successfully mitigated environmental risks and improved community understanding of climate and environmental challenges.
During the project, the fraction of free oil products found in the soil massif of the contaminated area was eliminated (the thickness of oil products or contamination in wells was reduced to less than 0.01 m over an area of 23,000 m²). Additionally, a filtering-purifying barrier system, 302.9 meters in length, was installed parallel to the Baltic Sea coast to prevent the migration of groundwater contaminated with dissolved oil products towards the sea, thus eliminating potential marine pollution risks. By cleaning up the area, public health and environmental risks were removed, and the site was made usable in line with public and urban development interests and future potential.
As a result of the project’s public awareness and education campaigns, public knowledge of environmental and climate issues was increased. A total of 19 press releases, 5 publications, 2 printed articles, 1 educational thermo-print kit, and 10 videos were released, exceeding the minimum project requirements in several areas. Cooperation was also established with other organizations, forming partnerships with 4 entities. Three cycles of events were held—in 2022, 2023, and 2024—featuring various activities such as Climate Classes, Climate Workshops, Mobile Climate Workshops, a Final Event, and a Climate Event for seniors. Through the public awareness campaign, the necessary target audience was reached, with activities tailored to different groups, including students, youth, adults, and seniors, providing in-depth knowledge about climate change and environmental issues. These diverse activities offered residents the opportunity to gain knowledge in ways suitable for everyone. The campaign''s experts and other involved parties received positive feedback from event participants, resulting in an increased public understanding of the aforementioned issues. The campaign experts foresee that these activities may create lasting impacts, encouraging individuals to reflect on their daily actions and adjust them in ways that help mitigate the effects of climate change and environmental concerns.
Through the experience exchange with the Norwegian partner (IDN), project participants gained additional practical and theoretical knowledge regarding remediation projects in Norway, as well as methods used in public awareness and education. The acquired experience provided insight into the implementation of such and similar projects, established potentially useful contacts for the future, and offered an understanding of funding sources available for various remediation-related projects.
Summary of bilateral results
Through the experience exchange with the Norwegian partner (IDN), the project participants gained valuable practical and theoretical knowledge in the field of remediation projects in Norway. The Norwegian partner also contributed with insights into methods used for public awareness and education. This collaboration provided not only expertise in project implementation but also established useful contacts for future projects and offered an understanding of funding sources available for remediation-related initiatives.As a result of the bilateral cooperation, public awareness and education campaigns increased public knowledge of environmental and climate issues. The exchange of experience with the Norwegian partner provided practical and theoretical knowledge on implementing similar projects, enhancing international cooperation, and improving the efficient use of project funding. The collaboration between the partners brought added value to both sides through shared experiences and expertise.Although no concrete plans or formal agreements for further cooperation have been established, we see potential for future projects with similar aims and topics, particularly related to the public awareness campaign.