There are 100,000 people living in risk areas in Portugal, stated José Pimenta Machado, while criticising requests for construction permits in these zones and highlighting the preventive role of local authorities.
APA advocates for land-use planning as a preventive measure
Thursday, 19 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.
