January has been a month of record daily energy consumption in the national electricity system, with the latest peak reached on the 23rd, according to REN data. Last Friday, the 23rd, a daily consumption of 198.1 GWh (gigawatt-hours) was recorded, a new maximum, REN revealed.
Cold weather brings new record for daily electricity consumption
Tuesday, 27 January 2026RSS

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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.








