Lanzarote Water Council Public Consultation

The Lanzarote Water Council has opened a 30-day public consultation regarding a permit application from Sweet Holidays, S.A.

Project Details

• The company seeks approval to use groundwater wells for heating and cooling the Hotel Sentido Lanzarote Aequora Suites in Puerto del Carmen.
• The project aims to improve efficiency by using low-enthalpy geothermal energy.
• The maximum discharge is over 5,000 cubic meters per day.
• Notably, the water use will not involve creating easements or expropriations, streamlining the approval process.

Broader Context

• This initiative reflects ongoing efforts to adopt sustainable energy solutions in tourism, a key driver of Lanzarote’s economy.
• Residents and environmental advocates will have the opportunity to review and comment on the project.
• The project is part of broader moves toward greener practices in the region.

Significance

The public consultation underscores the balance between development and environmental protection that local authorities are striving to maintain.