Canary Islands Government Announces Public Consultation on Waste Discharge Permit

Overview

The Canary Islands government has announced a 20-day public consultation period for the waste discharge authorization requested by Club de Mar Radazul.

Background

• The club submitted documentation in April 2018 to initiate the process of obtaining permission to discharge water via two sewer conduits into the sea.
• This step is part of a legal requirement under the General Coastal Regulations, which mandates transparency and public input for industrial and contaminant discharges from land to the sea.

Purpose of Public Consultation

• To allow the community and environmental groups to review the permit application.
• To provide a platform for voicing concerns if necessary.

"This move aims to ensure that the community and environmental groups can review the permit application and voice concerns if necessary."

Process

• The process follows relevant directives that coordinate permit approval involving both regional authorities and the national Ministry of Ecological Transition.
• After the consultation period concludes, authorities will assess the input before granting or denying the permit.

Community Involvement

• For residents near Radazul or those concerned about local marine pollution, this transparency boosts community involvement in environmental matters.
• Ensures that development aligns with ecological standards.

Access to Information

• The relevant documents will be accessible online during the consultation period.
• Reinforces open governance and environmental accountability.