Phosphogypsum, a fertilizer industry by-product, contains naturally occurring radionuclides like uranium and radium. Its radioactivity varies based on source materials, requiring strict controls before any reuse in construction or agriculture.
Radioactivity
Integrated Summary of Scientific Studies on the Veles Phosphogypsum Stack
The Veles phosphogypsum stack in North Macedonia contains elevated natural radioactivity but poses no immediate radiation danger. However, it emits radon and dust particles requiring environmental monitoring.
FIC-Fighters in Veles: Field Work and Community Engagement
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...
Voices for Change – Exploring Solutions for the Veles Stack
Intro On 24th September 2025, citizens from Veles gathered at Europe House to participate in the first FIC-Fighters Citizen Workshop under the theme “Voices for Change – Exploring Solutions for the Veles Stack”. The event aimed to reconnect the community with the...
Integrated Summary of Scientific Studies on the Veles Phosphogypsum Stack
Near the village of Zgropolci, along the Veles–Gradsko road (North Macedonia), there is a large phosphogypsum stack created by the former fertilizer factory HIV-Veles, which operated from 1979 to 2003. The plant produced phosphoric acid and fertilizers (it was built...
Young Voices from Veles: Building Awareness for a Cleaner Future
Intro In the heart of North Macedonia, the city of Veles carries a long industrial legacy — once known for its metallurgy and chemical production, today it stands at the crossroads of environmental recovery and civic renewal. This interview brings together members of...
From Waste to Inventory. Phosphogypsum, The business case (Fertilizers Industry report 2025)
The report “From Waste to Inventory. Phosphogypsum, the business case” is a global, recent state-of-the-art compilation of case studies from the phosphate fertilizer industry (International Fertilizer Association, 2025) that documents how phosphogypsum (PG) is being...