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Defeating drought
been working to ensure sustainable water use.
He explained that the goal is to “extend the use of the stored water until the end of the hydrological year” to meet the 20 per cent resource reduction requirement set by the re gional government.
Since Thursday, June 29, towns supplied by the Viñuela system have reduced their water allocation by 20 per cent. Many have put measures in place to reduce consumption, including VelezMalaga.
The award requires that the marina carries out proper environmental management, including a waste action plan, water quality, and educational activities.
Marina del Este offers a variety of facilities, including boat maintenance, boat services, restaurants, and leisure activities. Its excellent location in the Punta de la Mona enclave adds to its charm.
Noy was created through cuttingedge artificial intelligence technology by DaSS Group and SemanticBots. The digital assistant uses natural language to answer questions about Almunecar’s attractions and services.
Councillor for Tourism Daniel Barbero announced Noy’s arrival. He said Almuñecar has been a digital pioneer in tourism for years, which has brought the town national recognition and the Smart Tourist Destination status. Noy is still learning based on user responses, but she is ready to answer tourist questions and improve accessibility. Her inclusive design also includes features to help visionimpaired users and elderly users. The council is working on an upgrade which will include multilanguage skills.
The chatbot has also been programmed with a warm personality that reflects the area’s hospitality.
Barbero said, “We’re proud to have Noy as our new teammate. She’ll keep learning as visitors ask about our destination.” The chatbot was funded through the EU’s Next Generation grants. As Almuñecar’s first virtual tourism assistant, Noy promises to make trip planning easier.
