PAEC 2030 aims to extend product lifespans, reduce landfill use, and align Portugal with European regulations, but doubts persist regarding funding and implementation in a country that wastes a great deal.
New Circular Economy plan arrives a year late in a country that still buries half of its waste
Wednesday, 25 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.
