Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

Urban tree cooling effectiveness in Barcelona

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated about 8 hours ago

Latest: Urban tree planting effectiveness depends on soil moisture and density

Research conducted by the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona indicates that extreme heat and drought are diminishing the ability of urban trees to cool cities. A st

Spanish agri-food sector innovation and sustainability

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Agricultural technology advancements in Spain focus on precision and sustainability

The Spanish horticultural and agri-food sectors are increasingly prioritizing technological advancement, sustainability, and resource management. In Catalonia, professional gatherings such as the II Congress of Horticu

Spain animal disease outbreaks 2026

16 clusters · 44 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Sabadell officials call for review of African swine fever restrictions

In late July 2026, Spanish authorities reported simultaneous outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF) in Catalan wild boar and bluetongue virus in Galician cattle. The ASF outbreak in Catalonia led to the revocation of ove

Flooding in Cerdanyola del Vallès

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Cerdanyola library closes due to rain damage as regional cultural events continue

Cerdanyola del Vallès experienced two intense periods of heavy rainfall within a single week, with the most recent downpour accumulating 168.8 liters per square meter. The rising Sec River caused flooding in the basement