NATURE AND TECHNOLOGY JOIN FORCES
A linear forest will be its hallmark.
The Aragonese Technology District (DAT) Alierta. It is not only emerging as a technological giant, but also as a pioneering space in the integration of nature. One of its most notable hallmarks will be a linear forest, whose drafting project has already been put out to tender. With a maximum investment of 134,034.57 euros. With a four-month construction period, this forest will transform the Río Ebro Campus, specifically the streets of María de Luna and Mariano Esquilor, adding green areas, recreational and sports areas, and improving traffic and parking.
The Vice President of the Government of Aragon, Mar Vaquero, made it clear: «We are not building another technology park, but a unique and cutting-edge space.» The goal is to foster the harmonious coexistence of the technology sector, the university, and training, research, and innovation centers. The Rector of the University of Zaragoza, Rosa Bolea, agreed, highlighting the ideal location of the DAT Alierta due to the wealth of its educational offerings, research centers and business incubators, anticipating a significant economic and social impact.
DAT Alierta: a technological future under construction
Since its announcement in May 2024, the DAT Alierta project has made great strides, consolidating a series of key investments that position it as a leading technology hub:
- Expansion of the Aragon Institute of Technology (ITA):More than 7 million euros to expand its facilities.
- Arrival of CIRCE:A new headquarters of 50,000 m² with an investment of more than 20 million euros.
- New Vocational Training Building:An investment of 10 million euros to promote technological vocational training.
- Renewal of the CEEI Aragón: 3 million euros aimed at modernizing the European Business and Innovation Centre and adapting it to new needs.
- Competition for the PIGA:The competition for the preparation of the Project of General Interest of Aragon has already been launched, with a budget of 1.6 million euros, to speed up its development.
These initiatives demonstrate the firm commitment to making Zaragoza and Aragon epicenters of innovation and technological development, where cutting-edge technology merges with respect for the natural environment.