Barcelona Community Center's Summer Heat Crisis

Barcelona Community Center Faces Summer Closure Due to Heat The Casal de Barri Pou de la Figuera in Barcelona's Poblenou neighborhood is facing potential closure this summer due to a lack of air conditioning. This issue highlights the challenges communities face during heatwaves and the need for better infrastructure planning. Residents have voiced their concerns for six years, yet the district has yet to provide a solution. "I had to leave the activity because of the heat. I wasn't feeling well," said one participant. A community leader added, "The council says air conditioning will be installed in 2026, but we've been asking for this for years. It's unacceptable that people's health and well-being are being compromised." The video underscores the urgency of addressing climate change's effects on urban spaces and the importance of responsive local governance. The council's promise of air conditioning in 2026 offers a glimmer of hope for the community center's future.