El Hierro

By RicardoE
  • 1492

    Before 1492, El Hierro is thought to be the west most landmass of the world.

    Before 1492, El Hierro is thought to be the west most landmass of the world.
    Thought true until 1492.
  • 1492

    El Hierro is discovered not to be the most western land mass.

    El Hierro is discovered not to be the most western land mass.
    Perception of the world’s size has been expanded.

  • Became the first energy independent only using renewable sources.

    Became the first energy independent only using renewable sources.
    It doesn’t rely on damaging fossil fuels, to power an entire island.

  • El Hierro is named a marine biosphere by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), protecting 60% of the island.

    El Hierro is named a marine biosphere by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), protecting 60% of the island.
    It preserves the biodiversity of the island, giving clean energy and avoiding disaster.