Discover the environmental problems affecting our planet and learn how they can impact the beautiful island of Tenerife.
Explore the problems →Environmental problems are becoming increasingly important around the world. Pollution, climate change and the destruction of natural habitats threaten ecosystems, wildlife and human life. Tenerife is a beautiful island with unique landscapes, forests, beaches and marine life. Protecting these natural treasures is everyone's responsibility.
Protect forests and natural habitats.
Keep our seas clean and healthy.
Build a more sustainable world.
Learn about the main environmental threats and understand their meaning in English and Spanish.
Harmful gases and particles make the air dirty. Traffic, factories and burning fossil fuels contribute to it.
The destruction of forests through cutting down trees. It damages habitats and reduces biodiversity.
Coal, oil and natural gas are fossil fuels. Burning them releases greenhouse gases.
The long-term increase in Earth's average temperature, mainly caused by human greenhouse gas emissions.
Rubbish produced in our homes, such as plastic, food leftovers, paper and packaging.
A place where rubbish is collected and buried. Landfills can affect soil, water and the environment.
Catching fish faster than populations can reproduce. This can damage marine ecosystems.
When a population grows beyond the resources and services available in an area.
Sea levels rise because of melting land ice and the expansion of warmer ocean water.
Animals and plants disappear because of habitat destruction, pollution, climate change and other threats.
The uncontrolled expansion of towns and cities into natural and rural areas.
Water becomes polluted by rubbish, chemicals, sewage and other harmful substances.
Tenerife has unique natural environments that need protection from different environmental pressures.
Tenerife's volcanic landscapes contain unique plants and wildlife. Climate change, human pressure and habitat disturbance are important conservation concerns.
Marine litter, plastic pollution and unsustainable fishing can threaten marine animals and coastal ecosystems.
The island's forests, including its laurel forests and pine forests, are valuable habitats. They need protection from fires, drought and human disturbance.
Population growth, tourism, traffic and construction can increase pressure on land, water and local resources.
Small everyday actions can make a difference when many people participate.
Use reusable bottles and bags instead of disposable plastic.
Turn off taps when not needed and avoid wasting water.
Separate paper, glass, packaging and other waste correctly.
Respect wildlife, forests, beaches and protected areas.
Walk, cycle or use buses when possible to reduce emissions.
Switch off unnecessary lights and use electricity responsibly.
Our island is full of natural beauty. Let's protect its forests, beaches, wildlife and oceans. The future of our planet depends on the choices we make today.
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