The coordinator of IU in Cartagena, Victoria Rodriguez, accused the mayor of the town, Pilar Barreiro, and the Minister of Sustainable Development, Benito Mercader, of wanting to "clean up their image" with the introduction of Aries system, intended for research Escombreras Valley air.
Rodriguez called the environmental situation in Cartagena de "untenable" due to a succession of "strong rallies" pollution "for more than two years" and noted that all this time "has not taken any action."
He added that "no use" the establishment of 'Aries' if not accompanied by other measures such as a plan of action against pollution involving citizens and organizations, "something that until now has not been encouraged."
IU Coordinator also noted the importance of promoting regular inspection of the tailings Valley companies so that "no wrongdoing, as has happened sometimes with no clear response by the regional administrations and local. "
Opted for the implementation of a comprehensive plan for sustainable mobility, the construction of bike paths, public transport momentum and creating more green space, among other actions.
He also stressed the need to carry out industrial land management Escombreras Valley and the empowerment of renewable energies as well as the rejection of highly polluting industries, "as they are concentrated in that valley.
Source: IU de Cartagena