Spain’s Climate Crisis: How Local Scientists Are Building a More Resilient Future

Nature Spotlight’s latest feature highlights Spanish climate solutions pioneered by leading researchers across multiple disciplines. In “Meet the researchers pioneering Spanish climate solutions,” Nature explores how Spain, facing severe climate impacts including catastrophic flash floods and rising temperatures, is developing innovative adaptation strategies.

The article profiles agricultural engineer Ignacio Lorite, who’s creating drought-resistant olive varieties crucial for the world’s largest olive oil producer; ecological economist Cati Torres, who challenges tourism’s unsustainable resource consumption in the Balearic Islands; and marine biologist Joaquim Garrabou, who documents how warming seas transform Mediterranean ecosystems.

These researchers demonstrate Spain’s multifaceted approach to climate challenges, combining practical agricultural adaptations with economic reimagining and ecosystem protection. Click here to read the full article.