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Elevated nitrate levels in Maó’s tap water bring a series of urgent issues that must be addressed with proper information.
Beyond these urgent matters lie several key causes—the root of the problem, which should not be overshadowed by media headlines.
The GOB advocates for a tariff revision, reducing rates for reasonable consumption and raising them significantly for excessive usage.
Continue reading Maó’s water: an urgent and important matter
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This summer has been one of the most impacted by nautical overcrowding. Various accidents in the Balearic Islands, caused by the high density of boats and the behavior of some vessels, have increased the sense of vulnerability among those who want to safely enjoy the marine environment.
Most users of the coast don’t rely on motorized vessels. They are swimmers, snorkelers, surfers, or kayakers, and they feel threatened by an overwhelmed coastline.
GOB has submitted objections to the “Preliminary Draft Law for the Integral Management and Regulation of the Balearic Islands’ Coastline.” This legislative proposal by the Balearic Government raises several questions that need to be addressed.
Continue reading Rationalizing coastal management for its improvement
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The chlorides in the treated water intended for irrigation in Sant Lluís double the maximum permitted levels. Over half of the water reaching the treatment plant may also contain other contaminants. Seven public supply wells could be affected if contamination occurs.
The GOB has submitted objections to the reclaimed water irrigation project that the Balearic Government’s Agriculture Department is promoting in Sant Lluís, warning of its lack of guarantees and the high contamination risks associated with it.
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The fig tree begins its winter retreat. For a few months, it will enter a period of seclusion, isolating itself from its surroundings. It absorbs the most vital essences from its large leaves, then lets them fall, creating a meaningful layer of dry, dead matter.
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With the arrival of autumn, the land stewardship excursions are back! We kick off the season with a visit to one of the newest additions to GOB’s Custòdia Agrària program: Son Blanc Nou, a farm known for its circular model, aiming to produce all the resources it consumes. Participants will have the chance to explore the farm and learn about its agricultural management, followed by a tasting of local products.
Continue reading Excursion to Son Blanc Nou, Saturday, October 26
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Experts say humans invented the economy by observing how a single grain of wheat could yield many ears full of seeds. Early ideas focused on harnessing this natural abundance to improve human well-being. But it seems we lost our way a bit along the journey.
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Humans once believed we were the center of everything, and that all known worlds orbited around us, until Copernicus came along and showed us we were wrong. It’s been 500 years since then, but many still cling to those outdated mental frameworks that date back to medieval times.
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Rowing at sea is the application of the lever principle to move a boat. It’s one of the oldest systems, practiced by peoples all over the world. Rowing was the motor of the past, especially when the wind was not blowing and the sails hung limp. Having strong arms on board was a guarantee of being able to overcome the uncertainties of the sea.
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In a year of severe drought, large forage irrigations continue to be seen watering during peak sun hours. In Menorca, this practice is prohibited by law. The GOB (Balearic Group of Ornithology and Defense of Nature) has written to the Department of Water Resources to request that large farms engaging in these practices be warned.
Continue reading Large Irrigations in Full Sun and Against the Law
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The decision to expand the parking lot at Cala Mitjana is one of the measures stemming from the Balearic Government’s Decree Law, aimed at overlooking the side effects of institutional policy. For years, Cala Mitjana has been doubling or even tripling its maximum user capacity. Expanding the parking lot further degrades the natural area and diminishes the tourist experience of visiting this beautiful beach.
Continue reading Cala Mitjana: parking with dipped headlights, short-sighted solutions
