In Montalegre, there is an open laboratory, unique in Europe, for researching solar energy on floating panels. It was created by EDP. American and Norwegian companies are already testing the technology.
Floating solar power plant. Laboratory in Montalegre is unique in Europe
Sunday, 15 March 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.



