Why Barcelona’s beaches are disappearing | It’s Complicated

In 2010, Barcelona’s nine city beaches were topped up with 700,000 cubic metres of sand. Since then, 70% of that sand has disappeared. Subscribe to The Guardian on YouTube ► In the last 20 years the rate of erosion along Spain’s east coast has been accelerating. It’s partly to do with storms and rising sea levels, but there are also other factors at play. The local authorities are in a bind, trying to balance economic needs and the environment, with no viable solutions to choose from. It’s a tricky situation that could spell the end of Barcelona’s beaches. The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► Sign up to the Guardian’s free new daily newsletter, First Edition ► Website ► Facebook ► Twitter ► Instagram ► The Guardian on YouTube: Guardian News ► Guardian Australia ► Guardian Football ► Guardian Sport ► Guardian Live ► #Barcelona #Coast #Beach #Beaches #Sea #Climate #Climatecrisis #news