In 2025 and in January 2006, the IPMA recorded around a dozen major storms. In just two weeks, the recorded rainfall led to an increase of almost 800 hm³ (cubic hectometres) in the reservoirs.
Even the Bravura reservoir, affected by extreme drought, now has excess water
Wednesday, 28 January 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.







