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Feb 28, 2026 |

In certain areas across Europe, phosphogypsum (PG) stacks have become enduring landmarks of industrial prosperity—and unresolved environmental risk. From the Danube towns of Prahovo (Serbia) and Turnu Măgurele (Romania), to coastal Cartagena (Spain), and from the post-industrial sites of Barreiro (Portugal) and Veles (North Macedonia) to Kutina (Croatia), near sensitive protected wetlands, each location reflects a different combination of environmental, socio-economical, governance and local context factors

Voices for Change – Exploring Solutions for the Barreiro stack

Voices for Change – Exploring Solutions for the Barreiro stack

Feb 28, 2026 | ,

The second FIC-FIGHTERS Citizen Event: “Voices for Change: exploring solutions for the Barreiro stack,” took place on the11 November 2025, where citizens and local stakeholders gathered at the Public Library of Barreiro (Portugal). This workshop created a space for dialogue about the legacy of the local phosphogypsum (PG) stack, often remembered as “Monte Branco” or the “White Hills” among the locals.

FIC-Fighters in Barreiro: Field Work Photo Gallery

The following images document the field work and community engagement FIC-Fighters’ work in Barreiro, Portugal, one of the case studies where the project explores innovative approaches to phosphogypsum management. The gallery captures field research activities, site...

Case Study Cards

Intro In certain areas across Europe, phosphogypsum (PG) stacks have become enduring landmarks of industrial prosperity—and unresolved environmental risk. From the Danube towns of Prahovo (Serbia) and Turnu Măgurele (Romania), to coastal Cartagena (Spain), and from...

FIC-Fighters in Veles: Field Work Photo Gallery

These images document the FIC-Fighters in Veles: Field Work and Community Engagement project's work in Veles, North Macedonia, one of the key case studies where the project explores innovative approaches to phosphogypsum management. The gallery captures field research...

What is Phosphogypsum?

Phosphogypsum (фосфорен гипс) is a by-product of phosphate fertilizer production, rich in calcium sulfate but also containing naturally occurring radionuclides such as uranium and radium. While it may superficially resemble ordinary gypsum, its origin, chemical...