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Lynx reintroduction is proving to be a challenge

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment#sustainability

The lynx, which were reintroduced into the wild, are causing problems for farmers in Alcoutim. This feline species is one of the most endangered in the world.

rtp.pt13 Jun
Lynx reintroduction is proving to be a challenge

8 PM. Fire in the Algarve is under control

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment🚇 Infrastructure#emergency-services+2 more

The sub-regional commander for the Algarve area provided an update on the fire in Alcoutim. Additionally, the PSP gave a status report on checks at national airports.

observador.pt31 May
8 PM. Fire in the Algarve is under control

Wildfire rages in scrubland area in Alcoutim

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment🏖️ Daily Life#wildfire+2 more

The fire occurs on a weekend when temperatures are around 38 degrees Celsius and Alcoutim is at maximum risk of fire.

cmjornal.pt31 May
Wildfire rages in scrubland area in Alcoutim

Fire rages in scrubland area in Alcoutim. Five aerial assets deployed

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment🏖️ Daily Life#wildfire+2 more

The fire occurs on a weekend when temperatures are around 38 degrees Celsius and Alcoutim is at maximum risk of fire.

cmjornal.pt31 May
Fire rages in scrubland area in Alcoutim. Five aerial assets deployed

Carlos Brito

📍 Algarve📜 History🏛️ Government#historical-figures+2 more

1933-2026

expresso.pt14 May
Carlos Brito

Free skin cancer screenings return to Alcoutim

📍 Algarve🩺 Health🏖️ Daily Life#public-health+2 more

Residents in Alcoutim will once again have access to free skin cancer screenings, with a new round of checks scheduled for May 18 and May 19. The initiative, organised by The post Free skin cancer screenings return to Alcoutim appeared first on Portugal Resident.

portugalresident.com24 Apr
Free skin cancer screenings return to Alcoutim

Galachos weir: the concrete was brought down, but no further barriers were moved

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment🏖️ Daily Life#sustainability+1 more

The Galachos weir in Alcoutim was the first obsolete river barrier in the country to be demolished following a civil society movement. However, other planned removals have fallen by the wayside.

Público19 Apr
Galachos weir: the concrete was brought down, but no further barriers were moved

Galp holds public meeting in Alcoutim to explain wind–solar hybrid projects

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment🚇 Infrastructure#sustainability+2 more

Portuguese energy corporation Galp held a public meeting last week in Alcoutim to explain its plans for new wind energy projects linked to existing solar farms in the region, and The post Galp holds public meeting in Alcoutim to explain wind–solar hybrid projects appeared first on Portugal Resident.

Portugal Resident23 Mar
Galp holds public meeting in Alcoutim to explain wind–solar hybrid projects

Grandma’s sweets take centre stage in Alcoutim

📍 Algarve🎭 Culture🏖️ Daily Life#gastronomy+3 more

The riverside town of Alcoutim is preparing for a sugar-filled Easter celebration as the popular Feira dos Doces d’Avó returns on April 3 and 4. The event will take place The post Grandma’s sweets take centre stage in Alcoutim appeared first on Portugal Resident.

Portugal Resident20 Mar
Grandma’s sweets take centre stage in Alcoutim

Endesa reduces solar panels by 30% and attempts new licensing in Alcoutim

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment🏛️ Government#sustainability+3 more

The project has been dragging on since 2018, was previously rejected, and now returns reduced: 30% fewer panels and fewer trees cut down.

Expresso18 Mar
Endesa reduces solar panels by 30% and attempts new licensing in Alcoutim

Guadiana bridge in Alcoutim at risk of losing PRR funding

📍 Algarve🚇 Infrastructure🏛️ Government#prr-funding+3 more

The project has been in the works since 1995 and has already secured an agreement to benefit from European funds. However, no progress has been made.

Público12 Mar
Guadiana bridge in Alcoutim at risk of losing PRR funding

Alcoutim unveils sculpture dedicated to female victims of abuse

📍 Algarve🎭 Culture⚖️ Legal#social-awareness+2 more

The eastern Algarve town of Alcoutim is preparing to unveil a new sculpture dedicated to women who have suffered abuse. The ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, March 22 at 10.30am The post Alcoutim unveils sculpture dedicated to female victims of abuse appeared first on Portugal Resident.

Portugal Resident10 Mar
Alcoutim unveils sculpture dedicated to female victims of abuse

Free music education in the Algarve

📍 Algarve🎓 Education#music-education+3 more

Home News Free music education in the Algarve Free music education in the Algarve In a protocol signed on 11 February, the Alcoutim City Hall and the Baixamar cultural association will guarantee free music education for children and young people in the municipality. By Bruno G.

The Portugal News12 Feb
Free music education in the Algarve

Guadiana River rises six metres in Alcoutim in floods "not seen for decades"

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment#guadiana-river+3 more

The exceptional rise of the Guadiana River has flooded roads and left boats adrift in Alcoutim, in a scenario not seen for 29 years. Authorities are maintaining surveillance and rescue operations along the banks.

CNN Portugal5 Feb
Guadiana River rises six metres in Alcoutim in floods "not seen for decades"

Several areas remain flooded in Alcoutim along the Guadiana River

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment#flooding+3 more

According to the official, the water level “is stable, at about six metres, and is expected to start decreasing during the low tide period.”

Correio da Manhã5 Feb
Several areas remain flooded in Alcoutim along the Guadiana River

Several areas remain flooded in Alcoutim. Waters of the Guadiana River reached six metres high

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment🏖️ Daily Life#flooding+3 more

In Alcoutim, various regions are still experiencing flooding as the Guadiana River has risen to a height of six metres.

Dinheiro Vivo5 Feb
Several areas remain flooded in Alcoutim. Waters of the Guadiana River reached six metres high

SPEA urges rejection of wind farm in Alcoutim over serious environmental impact

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment🚇 Infrastructure#wind-energy+3 more

The Portuguese Society for the Study of Birds (SPEA) has called on authorities to refuse plans for a wind-power project in Alcoutim, citing serious environmental harm.

Público29 Jan
SPEA urges rejection of wind farm in Alcoutim over serious environmental impact

Wind park promoters in Alcoutim willing to scale back project to secure licensing

📍 Algarve🌱 Environment🚇 Infrastructure#sustainability+3 more

Irish firm WElink wants to combine 25 wind turbines with 660,000 solar panels in the Algarve, but the ICNF is opposed. The reworking of the hybrid project is open for public consultation until 4 February.

Expresso28 Jan
Wind park promoters in Alcoutim willing to scale back project to secure licensing