The other Desertification

The Iberian Peninsula, comprising Spain and Portugal, is renowned for having the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, a testament to its rich…


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Mediano’s Resurfaced Church: A tale of Spain’s Dam History

The Mediano Church, built in the 16th century, stands today as a reminder of the intricate relationship between human development and the environment in the…


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Reforestation and Resilience in the Context of Climate Change

Reforestation in an era where climate change reshapes our world. From the burnt landscapes of Spain to forests under attack across the globe provides a…


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From Devastation to Conservation: Post-Wildfire Resilience in Spain

The Reforestation Initiative in Sierra de la Paramera is a collaborative project led by the Meridian Team of the National Geographic Society and MÓN. This…


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Environmental Consequences of Modern War

In our present world, the reverberations of war extend far beyond the immediate chaos of the battlefields. They seep into our environment, leaving a trail of…


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Jaén’s Olivares and the Journey Towards Sustainable Cultivation

In the sun-drenched landscapes of Jaén, where olive groves stretch as far as the eye can see, a silent yet profound environmental challenge is taking root.…


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A Monument to Spain’s Coastal Construction Heritage

In the embrace of Almeria’s coast, the Algarrobico Hotel reflects a nation's struggle between progress and preservation. This colossal structure, built in the…


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Unearthed Under Franco’s Shadow: “The Crisis of Spanish Architecture” Exposes Environmental Neglect

In a striking revelation unearthed by MÓN, a document titled "The Crisis of Spanish Architecture," published in the thick of Franco's regime in 1972, sheds new…


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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

The visual documentation of the destruction and death in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine seems to have cut more deeply into the people’s hearts than similar…


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