The event will showcase the progress of the LIFE COSTAdapta project and other good practices in coastal adaptation on islands. It'll bring together institutional representatives, European experts, and project managers to discuss innovative solutions to climate change in vulnerable territories. Additionally, the conference will address challenges related to funding, public policies, and the replicability of models in other European regions. The event will take place in Gran Canaria, one of the island territories most exposed to the effects of climate change. Attendees'll play an active role in the event's dynamics, which will include short elevator pitch-style presentations and idea exchanges
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- Civil protection and risk prevention | Climate and environment | Cohesion | Energy | EU/ European | International | Local and regional | Maritime (oceans, coasts, islands) | National | Outermost | Research and Innovation | Sustainable | Territorial
- Code: Side252191
- Foro Guiniguada. Carretera del Dragonal, 31 Cabildo de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
Practical information
- When
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Tue 25/11/2025, 09:00 - 17:00 CET
- Where
- Foro Guiniguada. Carretera del Dragonal, 31 Cabildo de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
- Type of partnership
- EURegionsWeek close to you
- Format
- Side
- Theme
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Cohesion and Growth for the Future
- Language
- English
Partner
Reporting
Session summary
Gran Canaria has positioned itself as a European reference in coastal adaptation to climate change in island regions, through the LIFE COSTAdapta project.
An innovative tidal pool–reef system was presented, inspired by traditional solutions of the archipelago, combining science, territorial planning and respect for local uses.
The institutional conference highlighted the importance of multilevel climate governance, the challenges of European funding, and the need for replicable models to strengthen resilience in vulnerable territories.
The field visit to the pilot area in San Felipe underscored the urgency of acting against coastal retreat, reinforcing the relevance of the project in the European context.
The event generated significant media coverage, positioning Gran Canaria as a climate innovation hub with international projection.
Quotes
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“European funding is essential for projects like LIFE COSTAdapta to be transferred and multiply their impact in other island regions.”
“Gran Canaria is on the frontline of the fight against climate change, and we must turn our vulnerability into an opportunity to innovate and lead replicable solutions across Europe.”
Additional links
https://proyectoimplacost.org/news/11
https://costadapta.energiagrancanaria.com/?p=1627&lang=en
https://costadapta.energiagrancanaria.com/?p=1611&lang=en
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7402682562638385152
