Green travel in Spain

Spain’s major mainland cities tend to lead the conversation around urban life, jobs and relocation.

Spain has submitted its draft National Nature Restoration Plan to the European Commission, setting out proposed measures to restore damaged ecosystems across the country.The plan, submitted on 31 August 2026, covers terrestrial, coastal, marine, freshwater and urban environments.

Spain is considering new rules that would make renewable electricity a central condition for large data centres connecting to the national grid.Under a draft royal decree published in August, facilities with more than 1 MW of electrical capacity would be required to ensure that at least 80% of their

Construction has started on a major renewable hydrogen project in southern Spain, with Moeve beginning work on Onuba, the first stage of the Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley in Palos de la Frontera, Huelva.Moeve presents the development as Europe’s largest renewable hydrogen project.

Black volcanic rock drops into clear Atlantic water, pine-scented paths lead towards cloud-covered ridges, and the coast is dotted with seawater pools rather than long rows of sun loungers.

Sustainable homes in Spain are climbing rapidly up buyers’ priority lists, with energy efficiency now a central part of the property conversation.

Tourist taxes, often called sustainable tourism levies or city taxes in Spain, are now part of the standard cost of a trip.

Spain has emerged as one of Europe’s clean‑city leaders when it comes to the number of places that meet the WHO’s guidelines for clean air.

These sunny Spanish islands are once again in the spotlight.

Spain has launched a national monthly public transport pass, officially called the Abono Único (or Single Season Ticket).

The country’s network of parques naturales is vast, and many of the most rewarding hidden natural parks in Spain are tucked away beyond the headline-grabbing national parks.

This country really does spoil you when it comes to wild landscapes. The best national parks in Spain stretch across volcanic islands, snowy peaks, Atlantic cliffs and vast wetlands that feel a world away from the costas.

When people talk about Magic Towns in Spain, they’re not just talking about pretty villages with a nice view and a decent lunch spot.

On 8th October 2025, Spain’s Congress of Deputies approved the Sustainable Mobility Bill, recognising a right to safe, accessible and sustainable mobility and setting a national framework to decarbonise transport.

The 2025 electricity picture in Spain has quietly tilted in households’ favour.

Spain’s air is generally kind to lungs, which is handy if you’re weighing up cities with the cleanest air in Spain. According to IQAir, the 2024 country average sits at 48 on the US AQI scale, which is in the 'good' band for day‑to‑day life.

Spain has rolled out higher tourist taxes and stricter local rules across key destinations this year, aiming to curb overtourism and ease pressure on residents. From city surcharges to tighter rental licensing and guest registration, the travel experience is changing at check‑in and on the street.

Málaga City Council, via its Environmental Sustainability and Urban Planning departments, has unveiled one of the city’s most transformative projects: the urban integration of the Guadalmedina River.

The depopulation of rural Spain, often called España vaciada or 'Empty Spain', is a long-standing issue.

The phenomenon known as 'España vaciada', or 'Empty Spain', refers to the demographic shift leaving many of the country's rural areas sparsely populated. This trend presents a continuing social and economic challenge for the nation.

Imagine if you could get paid just for deciding to settle in a particular Spanish village. In some corners of Spain, it’s become a genuine offer. A steady trickle of locals towards the cities has left many rural areas nearly deserted.