Future trends

Inward growth of cities: towards a new urban paradigm

For decades, cities have been expanding outward, taking up more and more space and in many cases merging beyond their administrative boundaries. In contrast to this trend, a different one has begun to develop: the inward growth of cities.

Solar panels transformed into aquafarms

Every year, high temperatures and solar radiation cause the evaporation of millions of litres of water from Spanish reservoirs. Floating solar panels offer an innovative solution to limit this effect. By creating a layer of shade over the water, the panels reduce…

The air, a new lane in cities

Air travel in cities -so vividly depicted in films such as Blade Runner or Minority Report- is edging closer to becoming a part of everyday life in Spain.

Innovative air mobility will become a reality in a few years…

From transparent wood to salmon DNA: new materials to revolutionize energy efficiency

In 2050, Spain is projected to be warmer, drier, and more prone to extreme climate events than it is today. Average temperatures will rise, rainfall will become less frequent but more intense, summers will grow longer, and droughts will increase in both frequency and severity. In response, the…

Rethinking 65: Aging isn’t what it used to be

For decades, old age was defined by a fixed threshold—typically 65 years—as if reaching that milestone triggered a sudden decline in physical and cognitive abilities. While chronological age has been a practical benchmark in many areas, this approach overlooks key factors crucial to a country's…