Open Data portals around Europe: Spain’s Open Data initiative
Spain's Open Data Portal [https://datos.gob.es/en], part of the
Aporta Initiative [https://datos.gob.es/en/about-aporta-initiative]
launched in 2009, stands as a cornerstone in promoting public
information openness and fostering advanced data-driven services. The
platform, datos.gob.es [https://datos.gob.es/en], serves as a hub for
administrations, businesses, and citizens engaged in Spain's open data
ecosystem.

Developed within the current legislative framework, the Aporta
initiative encompasses seven key action lines reflected on the portal.
These include sensitisation, analysis and statistics, regulation,
national and international Cooperation, national catalog and support,
and innovation. The overarching goal of the initiative, integral to
Spain's open data policy, is to streamline ongoing projects and drive
synergies efficiently. By coordinating actions across various
administrative levels, private sectors, and academic fields, it aims
to foster new products and services that benefit society.

The Open Data Portal hosts a vast repository of more than
80,000 datasets [https://datos.gob.es/en/catalogo], facilitating
access to a wealth of information for diverse applications. A notable
use case is GeoSapiens
[https://datos.gob.es/en/aplicaciones/app-geosapiens-ign], a free
mobile application offering interactive maps for studying the physical
and political geography of Spain and the world. Featuring educational
games tailored to explore landscapes, national parks, and geographic
phenomena, GeoSapiens serves as a valuable resource for learning and
exploration. The app exemplifies the innovative applications fostered
by Spain's Open Data Portal, offering engaging and educational
experiences while promoting geographic literacy and awareness.

Spain's Open Data Portal, under the Aporta Initiative, promotes
transparency, innovation, and collaboration. With extensive datasets
and tools like GeoSapiens, it offers valuable information and societal
gains. By fostering synergy across sectors, Spain advances its open
data ecosystem, empowering citizens and fostering connectivity for
positive societal change.

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Publication Date/Time
2024-04-19T08:00:00+00:00
Harnessing over 80,000 datasets for transparency, education, and
societal advancement