José Carlos Ferreira, an environmental specialist, believes that the low-pressure system Kristin has once again shown that Portugal is not prepared to cope with extreme weather events.
Portugal 'lacks a culture of risk' and 'doesn't know how to behave in these situations': 'More than a brief warning is needed'
Wednesday, 28 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.
