On the International Day of Action for Rivers, the Ferreira river reminds us that this cause is not merely symbolic. It is one of the most serious cases of environmental degradation in the Porto district. For how much longer? Opinion by Nadine Gonçalves.
The Ferreira river calls for faster action
Saturday, 14 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.
