Laura F. Zarza

Mar 3, 2025 | smartwatermagazine.com | Laura F. Zarza |Pablo González-Cebrián

Climate change: more presence in planning, but insufficient measuresOne of the key points of the report is the increased consideration of climate change in flood risk planningOne of the key points of the report is the increased consideration of climate change in flood risk planning. In contrast to the first FRMPs, where only half of the Member States incorporated climate scenarios, in this second cycle all countries assessed have included projections of the impact of global warming.

Feb 10, 2025 | smartwatermagazine.com | Laura F. Zarza |Pablo González-Cebrián

Water is an essential resource for life, the economy and ecological balance, but its management in the European Union continues to face major challenges. This is confirmed by the European Commission's latest report on the implementation of the Water Framework Directive (WFD) and the third river basin management plans (RBMPs) (2022-2027), which highlights the progress and shortcomings of water management on the continent.

Jan 14, 2025 | smartwatermagazine.com | Laura F. Zarza

The year 2024 will go down in climate history as a period marked by extremes. The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has confirmed that this was the warmest year on record, with global average temperatures exceeding 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. This milestone coincides with a marked increase in water-related extreme weather events, ranging from devastating floods to prolonged droughts.

Dec 11, 2024 | smartwatermagazine.com | Laura F. Zarza

Within the framework of the Strategic Projects for Economic Recovery and Transformation (PERTE) in Spain, what are the most relevant projects in which ACCIONA is involved? ACCIONA is currently executing €9 million in investments under the first PERTE funding package, where progress is advancing at a good pace. As a “demo” project, ours provides a solution based on digital synergies focused on knowledge and information of the integrated water cycle.

Oct 30, 2024 | smartwatermagazine.com | Laura F. Zarza

Eastern Spain has been battered by intense rainfall since Tuesday, triggering severe flooding, overflowing rivers, and widespread destruction, particularly in the provinces of Albacete and Valencia. With dozens of people still missing, authorities have confirmed an initial death toll of 51, a number that may rise as rescue teams access previously isolated areas, according to Spain’s emergency services.