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Montevideo at the forefront of the coastal conservation
Earth Observation | Copernicus
Coastal Environment
Location: Montevideo, Uruguay
Credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery
This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 7 October shows Montevideo, Uruguay.
Since 2005, Montevideo has implemented innovative measures to protect its coastal areas. The city has created artificial dunes on urban beaches to ensure both environmental protection and coastal stability, helping to protect areas from erosion. Thanks to these initiatives, Montevideo has become the first capital city in the world to have certified beaches, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to the conservation and sustainable management of coastal natural resources.
Copernicus Sentinel-2 data and Services allow to identify the impact of coastal erosion
