Brussels, September 27, 2023. In commemoration of World Tourism Day 2023, LIFE COSTAdapta is committed to implementing innovative measures to promote sustainable tourism. Recognizing the significant influence that tourism wields as a driver for sustainable progress in coastal regions throughout Europe, we present a comprehensive approach that encompasses climate change adaptation, the promotion of sustainable practices, community engagement, and biodiversity conservation.
The primary purpose of our project is to strengthen tourism sustainability and resilience along the coastlines affected by climate change. This initiative represents a step forward in promoting an eco-friendly tourism industry and the preservation of the environment, in perfect harmony with this year’s World Tourism Day theme: “Tourism and Green Investments.”
LIFE COSTAdapta aims to become a transferable model for sustainable development in coastal tourism areas while actively addressing the impacts of climate change. Given the fundamental role of tourism in fostering economic growth and cultural exchange, our project strives to strike a balance between the benefits of tourism and the preservation of valuable natural resources, such as biodiversity and water.
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About World Tourism Day
World Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September 27th, is a United Nations observance that highlights the importance of tourism as a catalyst for inclusive economic growth and sustainable development. Each year, it focuses on different themes to shed light on critical aspects of the tourism industry and its impact on society and the environment.
About LIFE COSTAdapta
LIFE COSTAdapta project aims to address the adaptation of the coast of Gran Canaria to sea-level rise through an innovative methodology. To achieve this, a progressive system of tidal pool-reefs will be designed and tested, combining traditional tidal pool construction techniques with advanced solutions.
This will contribute to the gradual adaptation of the Gran Canaria coast to climate change, which is crucial given the high vulnerability of the Canary Islands to climate impacts, including sea-level rise. In addition to strengthening the resilience of coastal areas, LIFE COSTAdapta seeks to preserve the characteristic habitats of these areas and protect the local tourist economy. The project will ensure economic sustainability by providing solutions against flooding and maintaining the region’s tourist appeal, which in turn will favor coastal stability.
The project, with a duration of 7 years and a total budget of 3,409,864 EUR (2,045,818 EUR subsidized by the European Union through the LIFE Program), is coordinated by Consejo Insular de Energía de Gran Canaria (CIEGC) by the Cabildo de Gran Canaria, with the support of its seven partners.