The document describes a pilot course in Vilademuls, Spain aimed at developing the municipality into a low-carbon society. A group of academics from Finland, Poland, and Spain studied Vilademuls, which has 834 residents dispersed across rural villages. Surveys and interviews with locals found that natural landscapes, traditional villages, and rural tourism are highly valued. A project is proposed to build a local producer and service network over 5 years, starting with activities at the local museum and an online map of local products. This would help consolidate the network and integrate a long-term vision for Vilademuls as a low-carbon community.
The survey aimed to identify challenges and opportunities for Lloret de Mar to transition to a low-carbon tourism destination. It surveyed 52 tourists over 5 days in May, with a statistical error of 13.58% and 95% confidence level. Most respondents were from Spain or other European countries, staying an average of 5 nights participating in activities like beaches and nightlife. While natural landscapes were preferred, beaches were considered overcrowded. Most arrived by car but would consider public transport if improved. Respondents believed climate change threatened the region and were aware of their environmental impact, with many interested in eco-certified accommodations.
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
The Pilot Course – Program, Approach and practical issues – Sergi Nuss – UdG
Lloret Dialogues: The future of tourism areas // The tourism areas of the future
Drivers of low-carbon tourism areas:
Smart Destinations: Santi Solà (Calonge Municipality)
Lloret Dialogues: The future of tourism areas // The tourism areas of the future
Drivers of low-carbon tourism areas:
Water and climate change: Anna Ribas (UdG)
Lloret Dialogues: The future of tourism areas // The tourism areas of the future
Drivers of low-carbon tourism areas:
Introductory presentation of the Dialogues – J. Vila (UdG)
Lloret Dialogues: The future of tourism areas // The tourism areas of the future
Drivers of low-carbon tourism areas: Sustainability Labels:
Life Cycle of Tourists and Climate Change: Jaume Albertí (Unesco Chair on Life Cycle and Climate Change; ESCI-UPF)
Lloret de Mar, 05th May 2017
The document describes a pilot course in Vilademuls, Spain aimed at developing the municipality into a low-carbon society. A group of academics from Finland, Poland, and Spain studied Vilademuls, which has 834 residents dispersed across rural villages. Surveys and interviews with locals found that natural landscapes, traditional villages, and rural tourism are highly valued. A project is proposed to build a local producer and service network over 5 years, starting with activities at the local museum and an online map of local products. This would help consolidate the network and integrate a long-term vision for Vilademuls as a low-carbon community.
The survey aimed to identify challenges and opportunities for Lloret de Mar to transition to a low-carbon tourism destination. It surveyed 52 tourists over 5 days in May, with a statistical error of 13.58% and 95% confidence level. Most respondents were from Spain or other European countries, staying an average of 5 nights participating in activities like beaches and nightlife. While natural landscapes were preferred, beaches were considered overcrowded. Most arrived by car but would consider public transport if improved. Respondents believed climate change threatened the region and were aware of their environmental impact, with many interested in eco-certified accommodations.
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
The Pilot Course – Program, Approach and practical issues – Sergi Nuss – UdG
Lloret Dialogues: The future of tourism areas // The tourism areas of the future
Drivers of low-carbon tourism areas:
Smart Destinations: Santi Solà (Calonge Municipality)
Lloret Dialogues: The future of tourism areas // The tourism areas of the future
Drivers of low-carbon tourism areas:
Water and climate change: Anna Ribas (UdG)
Lloret Dialogues: The future of tourism areas // The tourism areas of the future
Drivers of low-carbon tourism areas:
Introductory presentation of the Dialogues – J. Vila (UdG)
Lloret Dialogues: The future of tourism areas // The tourism areas of the future
Drivers of low-carbon tourism areas: Sustainability Labels:
Life Cycle of Tourists and Climate Change: Jaume Albertí (Unesco Chair on Life Cycle and Climate Change; ESCI-UPF)
Lloret de Mar, 05th May 2017
Vilademuls Dialogues: The future of rural areas // The rural areas of the future.
Drivers of low-carbon rural areas:
Pig Farms: Lluís Vila (Producer and Veterinary)
Este documento discute cómo los suelos vivos pueden ayudar a estabilizar el clima. Actualmente, los ecosistemas terrestres absorben alrededor del 50% de las 7.7 gigatoneladas de dióxido de carbono emitidas anualmente por las actividades humanas, pero solo almacenan la mitad de ese carbono. El documento propone varias estrategias agrícolas como retornar materia orgánica al suelo, fomentar la agroecología y minimizar el laboreo para aumentar la capacidad de los suelos de al
This document summarizes research characterizing greywater from a hotel in Lloret de Mar, Spain and treating it using a small-scale membrane bioreactor (MBR). Four sampling campaigns found the greywater met guidelines for reuse. A lab-scale MBR treated synthetic greywater, determining its biodegradability. A pilot MBR was installed at the hotel, meeting effluent standards while testing an air-scour control system that reduced energy use by 32.6%. Small-scale MBRs are a good option for hotels to treat and reuse greywater.
The hotel was built in 1972 and covers an area of 18,000 square meters with a 2,000 square meter garden area. It has 6 floors and 441 rooms, including suite options with amenities like jacuzzis. The hotel has a water treatment system that collects grey and pool water to supply all 441 toilets, reducing consumption over time from 317 liters per guest night in 1997 to 94 liters in 2015 through recycling.
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
Ragnhild Hammer, Arendal (Norway)
Lloret de Mar is a popular tourist destination on the Costa Brava in Catalonia that welcomes over 1.28 million tourists and 5.8 million overnight stays annually. It enjoys mild weather year-round and offers beaches, water parks, casinos, and outdoor activities. Recent tourism figures show increases in both visitors and overnight stays. Lloret de Mar has been designated as a family destination and is working to modernize its infrastructure and diversify its offerings through a comprehensive tourism redevelopment plan.
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
Raimo Itkonen Parks &Wildlife, Finland
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
Jukka Nykänen - Environment energy acts North Karelia
The document summarizes the ECTAdapt Project, which aims to contribute to adapting the Catalan cross-border area between Spain and France to the expected effects of climate change. The project analyzes the vulnerability of the territory, raises awareness among local stakeholders, and plans and implements local Action Plans for Sustainable Energy and Climate. It covers the province of Girona in Catalonia and the Pyrénées-Orientales department of France, representing an area of about 1.3 million inhabitants with similar climate and socioeconomic conditions. The 3-year project starting in 2016 has a budget of over 1 million euros, 65% of which is funded by the European Regional Development Fund.
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
Anna Camp. Beenergy
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
The document discusses case studies of dairy farming in North Karelia, Finland and Sicily, Italy. It finds that dairy farmers in both regions are adapting to changes in policies and markets through strategies like flexibility, cooperation, and developing new skills. However, farmers face challenges such as market volatility and high costs. The Finnish farmers appeared more innovative and cooperative than the Sicilian farmers, who struggled more with issues like institutional fragmentation and an unsuitable Common Agricultural Policy. Understanding farmers' decision-making is key to promoting sustainable agriculture.
Vilademuls Dialogues: The future of rural areas // The rural areas of the future.
Drivers of low-carbon rural areas:
Pig Farms: Lluís Vila (Producer and Veterinary)
Este documento discute cómo los suelos vivos pueden ayudar a estabilizar el clima. Actualmente, los ecosistemas terrestres absorben alrededor del 50% de las 7.7 gigatoneladas de dióxido de carbono emitidas anualmente por las actividades humanas, pero solo almacenan la mitad de ese carbono. El documento propone varias estrategias agrícolas como retornar materia orgánica al suelo, fomentar la agroecología y minimizar el laboreo para aumentar la capacidad de los suelos de al
This document summarizes research characterizing greywater from a hotel in Lloret de Mar, Spain and treating it using a small-scale membrane bioreactor (MBR). Four sampling campaigns found the greywater met guidelines for reuse. A lab-scale MBR treated synthetic greywater, determining its biodegradability. A pilot MBR was installed at the hotel, meeting effluent standards while testing an air-scour control system that reduced energy use by 32.6%. Small-scale MBRs are a good option for hotels to treat and reuse greywater.
The hotel was built in 1972 and covers an area of 18,000 square meters with a 2,000 square meter garden area. It has 6 floors and 441 rooms, including suite options with amenities like jacuzzis. The hotel has a water treatment system that collects grey and pool water to supply all 441 toilets, reducing consumption over time from 317 liters per guest night in 1997 to 94 liters in 2015 through recycling.
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
Ragnhild Hammer, Arendal (Norway)
Lloret de Mar is a popular tourist destination on the Costa Brava in Catalonia that welcomes over 1.28 million tourists and 5.8 million overnight stays annually. It enjoys mild weather year-round and offers beaches, water parks, casinos, and outdoor activities. Recent tourism figures show increases in both visitors and overnight stays. Lloret de Mar has been designated as a family destination and is working to modernize its infrastructure and diversify its offerings through a comprehensive tourism redevelopment plan.
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
Raimo Itkonen Parks &Wildlife, Finland
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
Jukka Nykänen - Environment energy acts North Karelia
The document summarizes the ECTAdapt Project, which aims to contribute to adapting the Catalan cross-border area between Spain and France to the expected effects of climate change. The project analyzes the vulnerability of the territory, raises awareness among local stakeholders, and plans and implements local Action Plans for Sustainable Energy and Climate. It covers the province of Girona in Catalonia and the Pyrénées-Orientales department of France, representing an area of about 1.3 million inhabitants with similar climate and socioeconomic conditions. The 3-year project starting in 2016 has a budget of over 1 million euros, 65% of which is funded by the European Regional Development Fund.
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
Anna Camp. Beenergy
Pilot Course Opening Session. University of Girona, 8th May 2017.
Expert exploratory session 1: Planning and engaging communities for low-carbon development and climate change.
The document discusses case studies of dairy farming in North Karelia, Finland and Sicily, Italy. It finds that dairy farmers in both regions are adapting to changes in policies and markets through strategies like flexibility, cooperation, and developing new skills. However, farmers face challenges such as market volatility and high costs. The Finnish farmers appeared more innovative and cooperative than the Sicilian farmers, who struggled more with issues like institutional fragmentation and an unsuitable Common Agricultural Policy. Understanding farmers' decision-making is key to promoting sustainable agriculture.