In many Portuguese cities, the relationship with street trees remains stuck in a defensive logic. Little is planted, trees are cut down quickly, and complaints are made early. Opinion by Duarte Natário.
Why does a street tree still cause annoyance?
Sunday, 19 April 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.









