The end of the diesel era is near: electric cars are already being sold seven times more in Spain.

During the summer of 2026, Spain experienced its highest levels of ozone (O3) air pollution since 2010. Intense heat waves identified during the summer months were the primary driver behind this spike in atmospheric contamination.

The recorded levels mark a significant milestone in air quality data, as 2010 was the year current legal limits of 180 µg/m³ were established. This increase highlights the direct correlation between extreme weather patterns and air quality degradation within the country.