The Inspectorate-General of the Environment identified a lack of oversight, failure to approve reports and unreliable data in the system that manages electronic waste. Mismanagement could threaten public health and the environment.
Collection of electronic-waste fees blocked for years by state inaction
Thursday, 15 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.
