Tracking environment for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Environment · National NewsPortugal tightens tree-felling rules January 2026. New ownership verification, harmonized penalties, and protected zone restrictions explained for residents and landowners.
Environment · National NewsEmergency dam releases during Storm Therese reignite debate on flood management in Portugal. Learn what this means for residents in Alcácer do Sal and beyond.
Environment · National NewsDepression Therese brings heavy rain to Portugal. Learn about flood alerts in Beja, Faro, Lisboa, Setúbal and recovery aid available for residents affected.
Environment · PoliticsPorto authorities commit to clearing deteriorating Ourigo beach structure before summer 2026. Learn about the €1.7M dispute and coastal renovation timeline.
Transportation · EnvironmentStorm Therese forces Atlânticoline ferry cancellations across Azores islands. Discover your legal right to full refunds, rebooking options, and what to expect during disruptions.
Economy · EnvironmentEU energy crisis: Gas prices surge 70% in a month amid Strait of Ormuz closure. Portugal's 80% renewables keep costs lower than northern Europe.
Environment · TourismUNESCO warns: near-certain Mediterranean tsunami risk within 30 years. Critical evacuation protocols, safety steps, and preparedness guide for all coastal residents.
Environment · National NewsArctic air mass brings temperatures down to 3°C in Azores this week. Snow above 800m, 110 km/h winds, and maritime alerts. What residents need to know.
Environment · National NewsMagnitude 2.1 earthquake hit São Miguel in Povoação. Learn why seismic activity is constant in the Azores and how residents can prepare homes for safety.