Environment minister unveils plan to curb pollution in Ostrava region

Environment Minister Tomáš Chalupa unveiled on Monday a plan to curb pollution in the Ostrava region, in the north of the country. The plan combines measures to limit emissions from industry, transportation, private stoves and furnaces as well as pollution from neighbouring Poland. Mr Chalupa, who failed to mention any details of the plan, said that if implemented correctly, it could help improve the environment before the start of the next heating seasons. The ministry has also extended the period during which local firms and municipalities in the region can apply for grants to carry out environmental projects.