Independent deputy Miguel Castro advocates for increased use of scientific knowledge and technology in tree protection and sustainable land management.
His stance follows participation in the IV ECOS Machico Conference, which addressed the challenges and opportunities of technology and artificial intelligence in the region. The conference highlighted the benefits of urban trees and the role of geographic information and new technologies in territorial and forest management.
Castro emphasizes the importance of integrating scientific data with practical field knowledge, considering factors like shade zones near schools and public space comfort.
The parliamentarian expressed concern over drying pine trees in Porto Santo, questioning the causes, recovery plans, and management of dead vegetation before reforestation.
He also raised questions about the arborization of Vila Baleira's center after palm tree removal, inquiring about plans and suitable species for Porto Santo.
Miguel Castro believes forest recovery and urban arborization require distinct approaches based on technical assessments. He proposes a parliamentary initiative to enhance the inventory, monitoring, and valuation of urban trees in Madeira and Porto Santo.
