The newly designated marine reserve around Madeira covers an area double the archipelago's terrestrial area, making it one of the largest marine protected areas in the EU.
New marine reserve in Madeira is twice the size of its land area and among the largest in the European Union
Tuesday, 20 January 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.








