The Deposit and Refund System is now in operation, with more than 2,300 machines installed. The goal is to reach a 90% collection rate and ensure high-quality bottle-to-bottle recycling in Portugal.
Volta System: the 'give and take' of recycling has already started
Monday, 27 April 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.
