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Climate adaptation measures in Spain

Overview

In response to extreme weather and rising temperatures, various regions are implementing climate adaptation measures. In Spain, municipal governments such as Sant Feliu de Llobregat and El Puerto de Santa María have prioritized installing air conditioning in public buildings, specifically schools, to protect the health and academic performance of students and teachers.

Building on these efforts, the Basque Government has launched a pilot ‘Thermal Comfort Plan’ as part of its ‘Hezkuntza Eraiki 2030’ modernization strategy. This initiative involves conducting climate audits to improve school environments through enhanced ventilation, shaded areas, and ‘climate shelters.’ While air conditioning is considered where technically feasible, immediate provisional measures include the installation of awnings. Pilot projects are currently active in several Bizkaia schools, including CEIP Bagatza HLHI and IES Luis Briñas-Santutxu BHI, following extreme heat episodes.

Entities

El Puerto de Santa María · Begoña Pedrosa · Sant Feliu de Llobregat · Department of Education · Basque Government

Timeline

  1. 22 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Basque Government launches thermal comfort plan for schools

    The Basque Government has launched a pilot plan to adapt public schools to climate change, focusing on thermal comfort through infrastructure improvements and shade in vulnerable educational centers.

  2. 23 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 5 sources
    Climate adaptation measures respond to extreme weather in Spain and Canada

    Spanish municipalities are investing in school air conditioning to combat heat, while Canadian natural gas systems faced peak demand during the coldest period of 2026.

Sources

birdair.com.tr · cantabriaeconomica.com · deia.eus · econojournal.com.ar · mundodeportivo.com · ocio.diarioinformacion.com · paralalibertad.org