Health
Catalonia becomes first region to pass asbestos eradication law amid concerns
Catalonia’s new law against asbestos marks a significant public health milestone but raises concerns over its practical implementation.
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Health
Tordera residents face water crisis as contamination levels exceed limits
Tordera’s tap water declared unsafe due to high PFAS levels amid ongoing heatwave.
Health
Barcelona faces alarming rise in heat-related deaths in 2025
Heat-related deaths in Barcelona rise by 57% in 2025; women and the elderly are the most affected.
Environment
Catalonia braces for extreme heat as temperatures soar to 40 ºC this weekend
Catalonia faces its first summer heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 40 ºC, raising health and fire risks.
Environment
Barcelona expands climate refuge network to combat summer heat waves
Barcelona activates over 500 climate refuges this summer amid rising temperatures.
Environment
Cornellà de Llobregat transforms its urban landscape with 960 new trees
Cornellà de Llobregat adds 960 trees and improves its urban environment with the Cornellà Natura project, positively impacting public health.
Society
Mataró Prepares for a Smoke-Free Summer: Healthy Beaches by 2027
Mataró launches a pioneering plan to eradicate smoking on its beaches by 2027, promoting healthy and inclusive spaces.
Mobility
The Olot Bypass: a historic project that will transform mobility in Garrotxa by 2031
The long-awaited Olot bypass promises to radically transform urban traffic by 2031; however, it faces criticism over potential environmental impacts.