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Jena, July 08, 2026 – The ongoing dispute regarding wind-blown debris from the Veolia waste management facility in Jena-Löbstedt continues to affect local residents, allotment gardeners, and the municipal administration. Despite measures already taken, the impact of scattered waste remains a dominant issue in the district.
Residents and allotment gardeners in the Jena district of Löbstedt are reporting increasing issues with wind-blown waste and a subsequent rat infestation, allegedly originating from the neighboring Veolia waste management facility. While local political representatives are calling for structural enclosures, the company and the city administration point to existing protective measures.
Kommunalservice Jena (KSJ) is expanding its commitment to environmental education with a new, specially designed environmental house. Located next to the service building, this new learning site aims to provide children with practical knowledge on handling waste and resources.