Although Portugal's situation has improved, it still ranks among EU countries where households find it most difficult to heat their homes, due to factors such as high energy costs and low thermal efficiency in housing.
Portugal has improved, but remains among the EU countries where it is hardest to heat a home
Monday, 2 February 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Sustainability (sustentabilidade) means meeting present needs without reducing the ability of future generations to meet theirs, covering environmental, economic and social dimensions. For residents it affects local planning, jobs and services—look for municipal or company targets, timelines and measurable actions when assessing how sustainable a place or employer is.
