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Water scarcity, heat, shrinking beaches: Palma's wake-up call for urban planning

Economic and social impacts of climate risks in Palma

Rising heat, drought, and sea-level rise could slow Palma's growth and affect daily life; action is needed.

Published: October 28, 2026
Water scarcity, heat, shrinking beaches: Palma's wake-up call for urban planning

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How could climate risks affect Palma's economy and everyday life?

Rising heat and sea level rise could affect work, tourism and health. In a worst-case scenario, up to 12,000 additional heat-related deaths could occur in Palma, and GDP per capita in the Balearic Islands could fall by up to around 17 percent.

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