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ecology

A vivid illustration of the Bansko Jazz Festival outdoors with a mountain backdrop. A man throws a cigarette butt into a special bin with the words "KEEP BANSKOE CLEAN" and "THROW A BUTT HERE", part of the "Change the Picture" campaign. A woman with a saxophone on a bench points to the bin while a crowd enjoys a concert in the background.

Fines for cigarette butts in Bansko and the "Change the Picture" campaign„
Split image showing a clean Japanese city street and a clean mountain trail to Vihren Peak in Pirin National Park.

Preservation of Pirin: The Japanese model for mountain cleanliness
Illustration of an information campaign in Bansko for separate collection of packaging for commercial establishments. A man throws cardboard into a blue container, and a woman in a costume throws plastic into a yellow container in front of traditional buildings and mountains. A deadline of May 31, 2026, has been set for concluding contracts.

Waste Sorting in Bansko: Deadline for Businesses Extended to 31 May 2026
Gondolas on the lift in Bansko in winter with snow-covered trees

Energy efficiency of the Bansko cable car (2026)
Modern eco ski wardrobe in Bansko with wooden interior and digital rental system

Eco ski wardrobe in Bansko 2026: Profitable business model and sustainability

Second cabin in Bansko: The solution that everyone misses
A tourist with a dog on a leash on a trail in Pirin National Park, following the rules.

Rules in Pirin National Park: With a dog, drone or tent in Pirin? 2026
Containers for separate waste collection in Bansko against the backdrop of the Pirin Mountains.

Waste Disposal in Bansko: Complete Guide for 2026.
Winter evening in Bansko with smoke from chimneys and snowy roofs

Air Pollution in Bansko: A Complete Guide to Prevention and Location Selection 2026
A woman in a red jacket looks out over the fog-covered town of Bansko, with the mountain peaks of Pirin in the background and a warning sign with an exclamation mark.

The air in Bansko in 2026: The truth about smog and the mountain

Drinking water in Bansko: Quality, composition and useful tips in 2026