The Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) has identified over 200 million euros in damages to riverside infrastructure across the country, caused by the succession of storms and floods this winter. On Tuesday, the Minister of Environment announced approximately 5 million euros in investments specifically for the municipalities of Alcácer do Sal and Mértola.
Environmental Fund provides €50 million for 'highly urgent' works related to storms
Tuesday, 31 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.
