Implementation of aquaculture development methods compatible with the specific environmental needs of Ovcharitsa Dam and Byal Kladenets Dam

Nomicom Fish is one of the largest companies in the field of freshwater fisheries in Bulgaria. NOMICOM - Fish Ltd. has been working in the field of aquarium and aquaculture for over 20 years. The fishery utilization of the Ovcharitsa and White Kadenets dams by the Ovcharitsa Hydroelectric Facility began more than 20 years ago when NOMIKOM - Noncho Vodenicharov made the first steps for the cultivation and catching of fish in these reservoirs under contract with NEK - P Dams and Cascades. In connection with the implementation of the contractual relations of NOMICOM-Fish Ltd. under Joint Venture Agreement № ID - 313/10 of 12.05.2010 with NEK EAD. The investment program of the company for the period 2015 - 2020 for the White Well Dam and Ovcharitsa Dam projects related to the main subject of the joint activity are included. These fish species are used to maintain good ecological status of the reservoirs and to prevent overpopulation of the aquatic environment with phytoplankton and zooplankton, including dangerous invasive species. This is a continuation of the company's policy from the outset for the programmed stocking of these dams with herbivorous fish as an important factor in maintaining the water quality in good condition, which does not create problems for the normal functioning of the cooling and other systems of the TPP. " Maritza-East 2 ”. In particular, particular emphasis is placed on the stocking of both dams with Mylopharyngodon piceus, which is the only natural adversary of the Dreisena polimorpha. With this project proposal, the company is applying to the Aquaculture Sector subject to specific requirements for the management of Natura 2000 sites. The activities are for the development of aquaculture, compatible with the specific needs of the environment and in compliance with the specific requirements for the management of Natura 2000 protected areas, as a result of which the company suffers loss of revenue from its production.

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