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Winter Pollution in Sarajevo Surpasses Beijing, Sparks Urgency

1/23/2026

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New data show Sarajevo's winter pollution can exceed Western European levels by over 30 times, surpassing Beijing.
Prof. Andre Prevot of the Paul Scherrer Institute states about 3,300 premature deaths occur annually.
A study using advanced sensors mapped Sarajevo, identifying residential heating as the worst source.
Experts urge improved insulation and a 90% cut in solid-fuel heating by 2033.
Cooking in restaurants also contributes to pollution in the city center.

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Story summary

New data show Sarajevo's winter pollution can exceed Western European levels by over 30 times, surpassing Beijing.
Prof. Andre Prevot of the Paul Scherrer Institute states about 3,300 premature deaths occur annually.
A study using advanced sensors mapped Sarajevo, identifying residential heating as the worst source.
Experts urge improved insulation and a 90% cut in solid-fuel heating by 2033.
Cooking in restaurants also contributes to pollution in the city center.