• The initiative, in addition to providing a rigorous scientific perspective, created a space for students to reflect and debate on climate change.

In an outreach session held at the IES de Ponte Caldelas, the European project POCTEP RISC_PLUS was presented, aimed at preventing climate risks through environmental education.

Through this initiative, students learned about the impact of floods in Ourense and the early warning tools that can anticipate and mitigate the effects of these phenomena.

The University of Vigo, through the Ephyslab research group, reinforces its commitment to education on sustainability and climate risk management.

During the talk given by researchers Helena Barreiro, Diego Fernández, and José González Cao, students were able to understand the key aspects of climate change and its impact on extreme weather events, with a particular focus on flooding affecting the province of Ourense.

The session explained the evolution of hydrometeorological risks in the region and introduced the innovative Early Warning System, a tool developed within the RISC_PLUS project to enhance preparedness and resilience against natural disasters.

The activity not only provided a rigorous scientific perspective but also created a space for reflection and debate, fostering greater environmental awareness among young people.

The RISC_PLUS project also includes the participation of the Miño-Sil River Basin Authority, the University of Porto, and the Portuguese Environment Agency. Its goal is to strengthen the resilience of the cross-border Miño and Limia river basins in response to current climate challenges.

With the support of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and the Interreg VI A Spain – Portugal (POCTEP) 2021-2027 program, this initiative highlights the importance of equipping new generations with essential knowledge and tools for the protection of water resources and the planet.