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Schools with street-calmed surroundings to number 155 in 2022
Urban planning. Work includes reducing traffic lanes and speeds and creating open spaces with play elements.
More selective waste collections as the door-to-door service reaches Sant Andreu
Environment and sustainability. The new system will be implemented in two stages. This month sees the start of the first stage, which will help improve waste management and gain public space for local residents.
The fifth edition of the Architecture Week is here
Architecture. Between 6 and 16 May, the city of Barcelona is due to host the fifth edition of the Architecture Week. During this week, you will be able to enjoy a wide range of debates, tours and exhibitions that seek to offer new...
MES Barcelona, the new energy transformation plan to build a greener city
Energy transformation. The UN has recognised MES Barcelona as the most sustainable public-private collaboration initiative out of 70 models under consideration.
Sign up for Park(ing) Day Barcelona 2021
Mobility and transport. This year’s Park(ing) Day Barcelona is being held on 17 September.
Solar paving to generate electricity in Plaça de les Glòries
Environment and sustainability. The pilot project will see an area of 50 square metres get solar energy generating paving to produce 7,560 kWh a year, equivalent to the consumption of three homes.
The new Nature Plan seeks to create an extra 18.6 hectares of greenery by 2023
Environment and sustainability. The new roadmap for 2021-2030 establishes that planning and management for greenery must be more diverse and abundant, favouring biodiversity.
Two antelope species extinct in their natural habitat breed at Barcelona Zoo
Animal welfare. The births are very important in preserving these species.
A pedestrian avenue at the former barracks in Sant Andreu
Urban planning. The Rambla de Marta Mata connects streets and facilities in the neighbourhood.
Final stage for work on the Glòries tunnels, with 85% of the project completed
Urban planning. The finalisation of the work, now 85% complete, will enable traffic to be shifted below ground and more progress made to extend the park.