# Calpe waste management strike

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/calpe-waste-management-strike
> Updated: 2026-08-15T04:13:16.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

A seven-day indefinite strike by waste management workers in Calpe, Spain, led to significant refuse accumulation and unsanitary conditions throughout the municipality. Mayor Ana Sala reported the situation to public health authorities and threatened the contractor, Acciona, with sanctions of up to 50,000 euros for failing to meet minimum service requirements.

The strike, which began on August 6, concluded after a 15-hour negotiation session between workers and Acciona. An agreement was reached in the early hours of August 15, following worker demands for a 15% wage increase to be implemented over three years. While specific settlement details remain undisclosed, it is expected that the municipal government may have assisted in addressing salary increases not covered by the original contract. Waste collection services resumed immediately following the agreement to clear the streets.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-15: Calp waste collection strike called off after labor agreement

A waste collection strike in Calp has ended after workers and Acciona reached an agreement following 15 hours of negotiations, resolving a buildup of refuse in the streets.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/calp-waste-collection-strike-called-off-after-labor-agreement

### 2026-08-13: Calpe Mayor reports unsanitary conditions due to waste strike

The Mayor of Calpe has reported unsanitary conditions to health authorities following a seven-day waste management strike, threatening contractor Acciona with fines.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/calpe-mayor-reports-unsanitary-conditions-due-to-waste-strike

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