Barcelona, Finalist for 2026 Earthshot Prize for Coastal Plan

The city is globally recognized for its coastal climate adaptation with the Mar Bella project.

Aerial view of the Mar Bella waterfront in Barcelona, featuring green spaces and the Mediterranean Sea.
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Aerial view of the Mar Bella waterfront in Barcelona, featuring green spaces and the Mediterranean Sea.

The city of Barcelona has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious 2026 Earthshot Prize for its innovative transformation of the Mar Bella waterfront.

The Catalan capital has been recognized in the Revive Our Oceans category as a global model for coastal climate adaptation. This award highlights the transformation plan for the Mar Bella waterfront, a project with a budget of 150 million euros aimed at rehabilitating 1.8 kilometers of coastline and creating 22 hectares of resilient coastal area.
The Earthshot Prize, founded by Prince William of England in 2020, rewards global environmental solutions to address the planet's greatest challenges. Barcelona's nomination underscores its work in coastal resilience, nature-based solutions, public spaces, and water management.
As a 2026 finalist, Barcelona will receive support to accelerate the replication of its climate adaptation solutions in other coastal cities, enhancing its international visibility and fostering knowledge exchange with governments and industry professionals.
Based on information from the official source: Ajuntament de Barcelona - Sala de premsa (18/09/2026)