MITECO (Ministerio para la Transición Ecológica y el Reto Demográfico)

The Ministerio para la Transición Ecológica y el Reto Demográfico (MITECO) is a central ministry of the Government of Spain responsible for shaping and implementing national policy on environmental protection, climate change mitigation, energy transition, water and natural resource management, and biodiversity conservation. It also leads Spain’s response to demographic challenges like population ageing and territorial depopulation. MITECO drafts relevant legislation, manages public environmental domains, and represents Spain in international environmental efforts. Its work aims to promote sustainable development and a greener, equitable future.