| Deleted: | Added: <p>In Maracena, urban life and land management with respect to environmental sustainability are governed by a mix of national, regional, and local laws. Here are the key regulations that shape sustainability efforts in the municipality:</p><ul><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Spanish Constitution</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> (1978) - establishes the right to a healthy environment and mandates the protection of natural resources for future generations.</span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Land and Urban Rehabilitation Law</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> (Ley del Suelo) - governs urban planning, promoting compact urban development and sustainable land use, ensuring that new projects integrate environmental sustainability.</span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Environmental Impact Assessment Law</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> (Ley 21/2013) - requires projects to undergo environmental assessments to minimize adverse impacts on air, water, and soil.</span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Waste Management Law</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> (Ley 22/2011) - mandates recycling, waste reduction, and remediation of contaminated soils, with municipalities responsible for providing waste management services and recycling infrastructure.</span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">National Energy Efficiency Plan</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> - encourages energy-efficient buildings, renewable energy, and green mobility, with local governments implementing energy-saving measures.</span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Water Law</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> (Ley 10/2001) - Promotes water conservation, efficient management of water resources, and initiatives like rainwater harvesting in urban planning.</span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Climate Change and Energy Transition Law</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> (Ley 7/2021) - Focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, with local governments fostering green spaces and low-carbon transport.</span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Local Urban Development Plans</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> (Planes de Ordenación Urbana) - Maracena’s own urban plans must incorporate green infrastructure, sustainable construction standards, and promote public transport and cycling.</span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Green Spaces and Biodiversity Regulations</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> - Ensures the creation and maintenance of parks and green areas that enhance biodiversity, improve air quality, and offer recreational spaces for the community.</span></li><li><strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Sustainable Mobility Law</span></strong><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"> (Ley 37/2015) - Promotes sustainable transport options, including cycling, electric vehicles, and public transport, reducing car dependency and promoting eco-friendly mobility.</span></li></ul><p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body"><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">These laws guide Maracena’s efforts to balance urban development with environmental protection, fostering a more sustainable, resilient, and livable urban environment for its residents.</span></p> |
