Incredibly, neither the Great Wall of China nor the Pyramids of Egypt are the monuments identified from that distance.
He “sea of plastic” in Almería, Spainis a vast expanse of more than 40,000 hectares of agricultural greenhouses, considered the only construction visible from space.
Unlike iconic structures such as the Great Wall of China or the Pyramids of Egypt, the white polyethylene roofs of these greenhouses intensely reflect sunlight, allowing them to be clearly identified from Earth’s orbit. This phenomenon has been highlighted by the POT and the astronaut Pedro Duque.
What is the “sea of plastic” like, the only construction in the world that can be visible from space
Located in one of the most arid regions of Spainthis imposing construction is a model of intensive agriculture.
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Produces annually between 2.5 and 3.5 million tons of fruits and vegetablespositioning itself as a key player in the global agricultural economy.
Furthermore, thanks to its design, it maintains an ideal microclimate that ensures constant production throughout the year, regardless of external weather conditions.
However, the “sea of plastic” faces important environmental challenges. The management of plastic waste derived from these activities raises serious concerns for environmental sustainability. Despite their environmental impact, greenhouses continue to be essential for international trade, especially in Europewhere much of its production is exported.
This extraordinary construction combines technological innovation with environmental challenges, standing out as one of the most significant on a global level.
Source: Ambito
