The Minister of Environment and Energy, Maria da Graça Carvalho, stated that European mechanisms are in place to support consumers and businesses should gas prices increase by approximately 70%, without the need for new legislation. She highlighted the importance of gas for industrial sectors like glass and ceramics, noted that energy emergency declarations could allow for price intervention, and reaffirmed Portugal's commitment to renewable energy over nuclear power.
Government reiterates: mechanisms to protect consumers can be activated if gas prices rise by 70%
Friday, 13 March 2026RSS
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