It is necessary to remove or reduce impermeable surfaces in urban areas, such as tarmacked areas, and create more parks that function as natural retention basins, say Quercus and Greenpeace.
Environmentalists urge municipalities in Greater Lisbon to invest in permeable soils
Saturday, 7 February 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.
