Gran Canaria, Epicenter of Island Sustainability on Earth Day

The Global Sustainable Islands Summit at ExpoMeloneras brought together experts and representatives from nearly 40 islands to address climate challenges.

Generic image of a symbolic tree planting at a sustainability event.
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Generic image of a symbolic tree planting at a sustainability event.

Earth Day provided the backdrop for the Global Sustainable Islands Summit at ExpoMeloneras, transforming Gran Canaria into a key meeting point for climate action in island territories.

This high-level event, organized by a major hotel group, linked the significance of the date with direct actions, positioning Gran Canaria as an essential forum for discussing sustainability, energy transition, and resilience in islands.
The summit gathered delegates from nearly 40 islands and specialists from over 50 countries, fostering unprecedented dialogue and cooperation among regions facing common environmental challenges.

"Current professional meetings demand a perfect symbiosis between operational efficiency and a top-level user experience."

a spokesperson for the hotel group
As part of the Earth Day commemorations, a symbolic tree was planted at the entrance of the Congress Palace, symbolizing the collective commitment of participants to environmental protection and island climate action.
The event was attended by international authorities, including the Minister of Energy of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Councilor for Environment and Energy of the Cabildo de Gran Canaria, who emphasized the importance of inter-island collaboration in this global context.
During the meeting, the capacity of the hotel group's facilities to host demanding international forums was highlighted, contributing to the summit's success. The Gran Canaria Tourism Climate Action Strategy was also presented, a crucial step for responsible tourism management on the island.