Tracking environment for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · Environment31-year-old man detained for serial arson in Torre, Castelo Branco after terrorizing parish for 10 years. Seven investigations ongoing into forest fires.
Economy · EnvironmentPortugal's renewable sector paid €1.11B in taxes in 2024, but €60B in projects are frozen. Learn why permitting delays and taxes threaten your electricity costs and 2030 targets.
Environment · EconomyAveiro researchers turn coffee grounds into food emulsifiers. Discover how this Portuguese innovation creates local opportunities in sustainable food tech.
Environment · HealthFrance's deadly July 2024 heat wave killed 2,300+. How Portugal must adapt cooling centers, wildfire plans, and worker protections now.
Environment · HealthTerceira's volcanic alert drops to V1 (lowest since 2022). Skeletal study confirms historical military base contamination; current water and food supplies meet safety standards.
Environment · SportsStage 7 through Peneda-Gerês National Park faces scrutiny over environmental impact assessments and fire season timing. What you need to know.
Politics · EnvironmentFive Arrábida beaches face private ownership claims in landmark legal battle. Setúbal residents mobilize as Herdade da Comenda challenges public access under Portuguese coastal law.
Tourism · EnvironmentLearn where you can legally place umbrellas on Portuguese beaches in 2026. Know your rights in concession zones and free-access areas with new clarity maps.
Transportation · EnvironmentPortugal raises diesel biodiesel limit to 10%. Learn how B10 affects your vehicle, costs, and what B7 fuel availability means for older cars.