The decision represents a significant advance towards eliminating the electrical network that runs through this protected natural space from east to west. The Plan for the Management of Natural Resources (PORN) for the park expressly prohibits overhead lines in this area, which is part of the Natura 2000 Network.
The favorable report from the Council's Territorial Planning service is crucial for EDISTRIBUCIÓN Redes Digitales S.L.U. to proceed with the dismantling. Existing road infrastructure and trails must be used, minimizing environmental impact and restoring any alterations that occur.
The President of the Island Council, Lola García, and the Minister of Territorial Planning, Nereida Calero, have highlighted the importance of promoting measures to preserve ecosystems and the territory, considering reasons of general interest.
The insular Corporation continues to work on the development of the Natural Resource Management Plans (PORN) for other protected areas such as Jandía, Lobos Islet, and the Rural Park of Betancuria.
