Today.Az » Politics » Paris on eve of Olympics - ANALYSIS
15 July 2024 [17:00] - Today.Az
By Ibrahim Aliyev, Day.Az
Paris, once one of the most beautiful and famous capitals in the world, is preparing to host the 2024 Olympic Games. However, despite the large-scale preparatory work, the city is facing a serious problem: garbage fills the streets, and the authorities are powerless before this challenge. These problems are not new. Back in the 19th century, the city suffered from unsanitary conditions that contributed to the spread of epidemics. In the 20th century, with the growth of the population and the development of industry, the volume of waste increased significantly. However, the situation has deteriorated significantly in recent decades due to several factors.
Infrastructure problems: The waste disposal infrastructure in Paris is outdated and cannot cope with modern volumes of garbage. Many waste recycling plants are operating at the limit of their capabilities.
Social protests:
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