The Portuguese Environment Agency’s unfavourable decision was published on Friday. The APA says the developer’s revised study still raises doubts about water use, environmental risks and the social impact on the Alentejo coast. Grândola’s mayor applauds the decision.
Lagoa Salgada mine project rejected for jeopardising Grândola’s only water source
Friday, 23 January 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
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