A study by the Miguel Torga Higher Institute (ISMT) concluded that the Biosphere Reserve status of Meseta Ibérica, Gerês/Xurés, and Tejo/Tajo is at risk because local accommodation and restaurant businesses are failing to meet mandatory sustainability measures.
Three Iberian Biosphere Reserves at risk of losing status
Monday, 30 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.
