Canary Islands Education and Regional Government Sign Cooperation Pact

The Canary Islands' Education and Regional Government have officially signed a new cooperation pact to bolster educational initiatives and scientific research about volcanic risk.

Details of the Agreement

• The agreement was signed on July 29, 2025.
• Participants include the Department of Education, the Tenerife Island Council, and INVOLCAN.
• The main aims are to:
  • Educate residents about volcanic hazards.
  • Promote innovation in fields like genomics, personalized medicine, and biotechnology.

Key Projects

• Continuing 'Canarias: a window in the Atlantic', a program educating locals on volcanic activity.
• The 'Science and Volcanoes Fair', involving high school students working on projects related to volcano risk management.
• Supporting research into:
  • Geotourism
  • Groundwater
  • Geothermal resources
  • Environmental quality

Importance and Impact

"This initiative underscores the importance of informed disaster preparedness in a region prone to volcanic eruptions."

• Ensures local educators stay at the forefront of volcanic science and risk mitigation.
• Aims to protect residents and enhance regional resilience.

Funding and Personnel

• Funding for involved personnel will come from the Tenerife Institute of Technological and Renewable Energies.
• Designated teachers will work on these projects until August 2026.

Overall Significance

• The pact highlights ongoing efforts to integrate academic research and education with regional safety strategies.
• Helps Canary Islanders better understand and respond to natural hazards.