Environment · EconomyCarbon Emissions Edge Down in Europe—Portugal Cuts Even Deeper
EU carbon emissions fell 2.5% in 2024 while Portugal slashed 4%. Discover how the drop may affect Portuguese energy bills, travel and new climate rules.
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Environment · EconomyPortugal Fires and Drought Gut Martaínha Chestnut Crop, São Martinho Costs Rise
Wildfires slash Portugal’s Martaínha chestnut harvest, hiking prices before São Martinho. See how the shortage hits markets, rural jobs and shoppers can help.
Environment · National NewsSanta Bárbara Volcano on Terceira, Azores, Hits V3 After Five Quakes
Five earthquakes in 24 hours push Santa Bárbara volcano on Terceira, Azores, to V3 alert. Get civil-protection tips, insurance guidance and travel updates now.
Environment · TransportationAtlantic Tempest Shuts Key Portuguese Roads and Halts Coastal Traffic
Orange alerts blanket Portugal as storms flood roads, shut ports and unleash 9-metre waves. Check live closures and weather updates before you travel today.
EnvironmentPortugal's Brightest Moon of the Decade Dazzled; December Brings Encore
Portugal supermoon returns on 5 Dec 2025. Find the top viewing spots, camera settings and safety advice to catch Portugal's brightest lunar show in decades.
Environment · PoliticsPortugal Urged to Close Emissions Gap Before Crucial Amazon Climate Summit
COP30 could push Portugal into sharper emissions cuts, reshaping transport, farming and fuel subsidies—see what it means for taxes, commutes and energy bills.
Environment · EconomyWolf Surge Hits Bragança Farms, Government Speeds Up Compensation
Spike in wolf attacks hits Bragança farms. Learn how new rules promise quicker, market-value payouts and prevention grants under Programa Alcateia.
Economy · EnvironmentPortugal Phases Out Legacy Tariffs, Cutting Bills and Sparking Green Boom
Portugal ends fixed-price energy contracts, shaving 2025 bills and funding solar, wind and battery projects. See what the switch means for residents.
Economy · EnvironmentAmorim’s Profit Dips, but Portugal’s Cork King Bets Bigger on Innovation
Corticeira Amorim’s profit fell 4.5% to €45.7M, yet the Portuguese cork leader is investing €120M in smart stoppers, forest renewal and 9,000 local jobs.