Anna Maria Ribas Palom

Anna Maria Ribas Palom is a Professor in the Department of Geography and a member of the Institute of Environmental Sciences at the University of Girona. Her research focuses on the socio-territorial dimensions of water management, climate change adaptation, and sustainable territorial planning, particularly in Mediterranean coastal tourist areas.

• Position: Professor, Department of Geography
• Institution: University of Girona
• Research Institute: Institute of Environmental Sciences
• Research Group: Research Group on Socio-environmental Change

Her research interests center on the intersection of human geography and environmental sustainability. She investigates how climate change impacts water-related risks in tourist regions, exploring social perceptions, governance barriers, and policy incentives. Her work integrates territorial analysis with adaptive strategies for resilient landscapes.

The publications and research projects she is involved in reflect a strong focus on environmental resilience, water cycle management under climate stress, and the socio-political dynamics of adaptation in urban and coastal zones. Her work spans interdisciplinary themes in geography, environmental science, and policy.

She has participated in multiple significant research projects funded by national and European programs. These include principal investigator roles and core team membership in interdisciplinary initiatives addressing climate resilience and water sustainability.

• Principal Investigator: RISKadapT (PID2019-104480GB-I00) – Adaptation to climate change risks in Mediterranean coastal tourism areas
• Researcher: PONDERFUL (UE-869296) – Pond ecosystems for resilient future landscapes
• Researcher: RITA (2020PANDE00176) – Urban water cycle resilience during pandemics

She is affiliated with the Research Group on Socio-environmental Change, contributing to collaborative studies on environmental governance and territorial transformation.