The Ministry of Environment lacks data on local authorities and cites 'local government autonomy' to justify its lack of knowledge. Alcácer do Sal, which was among the municipalities most affected by this winter's storms, is one of the 108 currently in non-compliance.
One third of municipalities lack climate plans to face increasing risks of storms, heatwaves, and other extreme events
Thursday, 16 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.
