Ana Barroco

Ana Barroco is the technical coordinator of the Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning Project (POOC-M) for São Vicente, Cape Verde. She plays a crucial role in managing and regulating the territorial domain of the island, focusing on the sustainable development and organization of marine and terrestrial resources. Barroco emphasizes the importance of enhancing coastal areas and port infrastructures, particularly in response to recent extreme climatic events that have affected the island, advocating for a structured approach to land-sea integration. Her work is pivotal in defining the criteria for orderly and sustainable development in São Vicente, with the aim of having the POOC-M plan finalized within 12 months.