The Swiss military dumped 12,000 tonnes of munitions into lakes between 1918 and 1964, believing it was a safe disposal method due to limited space.
Armasuisse has announced a competition inviting innovative ideas for the environmentally safe retrieval of munitions, highlighting the need for modern methods to address past disposal practices.
Experts previously assumed deep waters would isolate dumped munitions, but current concerns about environmental safety are prompting a costly retrieval operation that could run into billions.
The operation to recover munitions is not only about safety but also reflects growing awareness and responsibility towards environmental preservation and addressing historical military practices.
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