Lead and arsenic on the banks of the Zêzere concern Quercus, which is requesting periodic studies from the APA and ERSAR. At stake is the water that supplies the Greater Lisbon area.
Quercus warns of contamination risk in the Zêzere river
Tuesday, 24 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.
