Interesting facts:
Many islanders use solar energy to light and heat their homes, installing solar panels on their roofs. The state supports them in this and provides them with subsidies: part of the money for the installation is returned to the family budget.
Every year more electric cars appear on the island. A car like this does not pollute the air with CO2 emissions and can also be charged with solar energy. Several municipalities have privileges for these electric cars. One of them is free parking.
In addition, the island’s government partially subsidises the installation of certain types of fireplaces as an environmentally friendly form of heating.
Contemporary art in the Balearic Islands is now largely represented by ecological projects. Paintings are made from waste: plastic found on the seashore, metal waste and used clothing. Works of this kind can be found at almost every art night. Collective exhibitions are organised in the city’s galleries, introducing the inhabitants to the very topical subject of upcycling. Municipalities and town councils are responsible for raising awareness of environmental issues, reducing waste and promoting a culture of responsible consumption.
There are many roundabouts on the roads of Mallorca and sometimes they have interesting sculptures.
At the roundabout near Son Reus, on the Sóller road, there is a metal sculpture of a stork. It was created by the photographer Juan Montañez using metal waste from local industries.
This roundabout is also famous for being illuminated by LED street lamps that only consume 2 kilowatts.
