Tracking environment for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Environment · PoliticsAlvaiázere’s volunteer firefighters are exhausted after Storm Kristin. Discover why aid lagged, perks for new volunteers, and how residents can fortify homes.
Health · EnvironmentDonate food, hygiene kits and blankets for Storm Kristin relief by 5 Feb. Drop-off in Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra, Faro and Portalegre; IRS tax deductions apply.
Environment · National NewsHeavy rains prompt controlled spillway releases at Alqueva, Pedrógão and Chança dams. Mértola residents face rising Guadiana flows—avoid riverbanks.
Environment · TransportationAlentejo residents: Alcácer do Sal braces for road closures as the Sado rises. Expect detours, power cuts—follow our live updates and file claims from 5 Feb.
Economy · EnvironmentApply by 27 Feb for nine serviced green plots in Monção’s Messegães Business Zone. Priority for local firms, shared utilities and fast Vigo logistics access
Tourism · EnvironmentPlan your Portugal Carnaval 2026: take advantage of the 17 Feb paid day off, track hotel price spikes, hop extended trains and discover greener, low-waste parades.
EnvironmentLeiria’s water fully restored after Storm Kristin. Full pressure back, no extra charges on Jan/Feb bills. Sign up for free SMS alerts for any brief pressure dips.
Economy · EnvironmentAfter April's Iberian blackout, €12 billion in clean-energy upgrades aims to cut power bills, add jobs and deliver faster internet across Portugal by 2028.
Environment · EconomyGardunha Mountains earn EU SAC status in March, capping new builds, banning invasive species and offering tax breaks plus €4.7 M grants to landowners—see if you qualify.