El Port of Algeciras has decided to take a step forward in the fight against climate change by promoting an ambitious adaptation plan for its infrastructure and that of the port of Tarifa. This program, supported by the Polytechnic University of Madrid, represents a significant advance in the sustainable management of the port environment and the anticipation of new climate scenarios.
The project, with a investment exceeding 312.000 euros, stands out for its scientific approach and its search for practical solutions to the rising sea levels, episodes of intense rainfall and extreme temperaturesThe collaboration established between both institutions, in force since 2009, reinforces the commitment of the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras with resilience and sustainability.
A comprehensive plan to address climate risks
The initiative materializes in the Climate Change Adaptation Plan (PACC), which seeks diagnose climate vulnerabilities present in port areas and establish constant monitoring and evaluation tools. target The key is to design specific strategies and measures that allow for efficient adaptation to new threats arising from the global context.
Among the main challenges identified are: sea level rise, the modification of the conditions of maritime agitation and the emergence of extreme weather events that may affect the integrity and operation of ports.
The plan, the result of an agreement signed between Gerardo Landaluce, president of the APBA, and Oscar Garcia Suarez, rector of the UPM, also integrates the experience accumulated in previous collaborations and responds to the guidelines set by the Spanish Office of Climate Change and the Strategic Framework of the national port system.
Advanced methodologies and participatory governance
To address this challenge, recognized analysis and evaluation methodologies will be used, such as CLIMPACT project and Technical Guide to State PortsThese tools will offer objective criteria and rigorous procedures to identify risks, prioritize interventions, and define sustainable solutions tailored to the specific needs of the Algeciras and Tarifa areas.
El Climate Change Adaptation Plan (PACC) will stand out for its multidimensional vision, ranging from oceanic and meteorological factors to the impact on the local economy, the social fabric, port-city integration, and the preservation of critical infrastructure.
One of the pillars of the initiative is the promotion of participatory governance that guarantees the involvement of all agents involved in the port environment, together with the development of impact indicators and actions communication and scientific dissemination to bring the results closer to citizens and professional sectors.
Long-term commitment to port sustainability
The implementation of this plan consolidated the APBA as a benchmark in terms of climate adaptation in Spain. Their actions seek anticipate future risks, improving operational safety and infrastructure conservation, without losing sight of environmental sustainability and institutional collaboration.
The project responds to the need to provide ports with a solid scientific basis that allows for decision-making informed decisions and adopt effective measures to address the unwanted effects of climate change. The implementation of this plan will strengthen the position of Algeciras and Tarifa as key port enclaves nationally and internationally.
Thanks to synergy between the APBA and the Polytechnic University of Madrid, this drive towards climate adaptation It becomes a benchmark for other Spanish ports and demonstrates how science and management can go hand in hand to protect vital infrastructure from environmental challenges.
