Ecological Design for Urban Regeneration in Industrial Metropolitan Areas: The Santa Cruz Refinery Case

  1. López-Arquillo, Juan Diego 2
  2. Cristiana, Oliveira 2
  3. Víctor, Cano Ciborro 2
  4. José Luis, Esteban Penelas 3
  5. Francisco, Domouso de Alba 3
  6. Mariana Bernice, Arteaga Orozco 1
  1. 1 Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
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    Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

    Madrid, España

    ROR https://ror.org/03n6nwv02

  2. 2 Universidad Europea de Canarias
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    Universidad Europea de Canarias

    Orotava, España

    ROR https://ror.org/051xcrt66

  3. 3 Universidad Europea de Madrid
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    Universidad Europea de Madrid

    Madrid, España

    ROR https://ror.org/04dp46240

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Journal:
Urban Science

ISSN: 2413-8851

Year of publication: 2024

Volume: 8

Issue: 3

Pages: 114

Type: Article

DOI: 10.3390/URBANSCI8030114 GOOGLE SCHOLAR lock_openOpen access editor

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Abstract

Ecological design is crucial in shaping contemporary, resilient, and livable cities. The Santa Cruz de Tenerife Refinery, a prominent landmark in the Mid-Atlantic, serves as an exemplary case study for understanding advanced metropolitan processes and integrating trans-scalar, transdisciplinary, and nature-based solutions (NBS) practices into urban contexts. This article explores the challenges of transforming obsolete industrial areas, including the refinery’s decommissioning process, its port, and industrial heritage value, and their relationship with the sea, into vibrant urban cores. It examines innovative strategies for land use, decontamination, and urban resilience, which are vital for fostering adaptability and recovery from natural and anthropogenic disasters. By emphasizing the refinery’s connection to Santa Cruz de Tenerife and its metropolitan area, as well as its coastal interface, this study proposes a comprehensive methodology to assess the territorial impacts of urban processes and guide project decisions toward enhancing the quality of life for the region’s residents.

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