The morning in downtown Madrid began with an unusual sight: a rope was stretched between two skyscrapers at Plaza de España, and a Greenpeace activist walked across it. Below her, a massive banner calling for climate justice fluttered in the wind. Passersby stopped to capture the moment, and the air was thick with tension—not just because of the height, but because of the message behind the action.
Organizers picked a symbolic place and time: ahead lies the international COP30 climate conference in Belém, where world leaders are set to make crucial decisions. According to environmentalists, Spain can’t afford to fall behind. The demand is clear: speed up emissions cuts, resist pressure from skeptics, and don’t wait for Europe to set the pace.
Greenpeace insists that those who profit most from the status quo should bear the biggest costs. The focus is on both environmental and social justice. The action in Madrid became part of a global movement gaining momentum ahead of the summit. These days, rallies and performances are taking place around the world, bringing together activists and ordinary people concerned about the planet’s future.
In Spain, the issue of climate is becoming increasingly urgent. The summer of 2025 has already brought new temperature records, with droughts and wildfires affecting several regions. Environmentalists are convinced that unless decisive action is taken, the consequences will be irreversible. That’s why such initiatives are especially important—they serve as a reminder of the planet’s fragile balance and the need for immediate action.
