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Barcelona installs special glass recycling containers in collaboration with NASA and Ecovidrio to raise awareness about the fight against climate change
This initiative comes as part of the biggest hackathon in the world, organised by NASA Space Apps, an event set to bring together over 31,000 people.
Barcelona hosts the 19th National Congress of Arboriculture
Green spaces. International arboriculture experts will be coming together at this meeting.
Commitment to becoming climate neutral by 2030
Climate emergency. The city’s Climate Agreement has been approved, offering a roadmap for decarbonisation.
Electric-vehicle charging with Endolla Barcelona sees a 40% increase
Sustainability. The electro-mobility network now has 18,000 users and 717 charging points.
New plan to cut noise in El Parc i la Llacuna del Poblenou
Prevention and security. The project making its way through the administrative procedure maintains restrictions on opening new music venues, bars, terraces and shops selling alcohol.
Taking care of ourselves in the heat
Health. In the summer, particularly during heatwaves, a change in habits will help us keep cool and keep our homes cool.
Summer works to improve mobility by bike, metro and tram
Urban planning and infrastructures. Forty-seven sets of urban work will be carried out over the summer.
Over 200 climate shelters to beat the heat in the city
Climate emergency. Some 95% of local people will have a climate shelter within ten minutes of their home to protect them from the high temperatures.
Barcelona declared a rent pressure zone
Housing. The decree was signed in line with the new state law on housing.
Open playgrounds all summer
Childhood. Municipal nursery schools are joining the programme this year.