E‑Redes reported that restoration of electricity in areas hit by the storms is “practically completed”, following an earlier statement from EDP’s president that supply had been fully restored. Both companies say only a few isolated outages remain and teams continue to monitor the grid. Residents still without power should keep in contact with their supplier and follow local updates as crews finish final fixes.
E‑Redes says power restoration almost complete
Thursday, 26 February 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
E-Redes (formerly EDP Distribuição) is the company that operates Portugal's low- and medium-voltage electricity distribution network, serving over 99% of mainland Portugal. It is a subsidiary of EDP (Energias de Portugal), the country's largest energy utility.
E-Redes is responsible for maintaining power lines, substations, and transformers; connecting new customers and solar panels to the grid; reading meters; and restoring power after outages. It operates under a concession granted by the Portuguese government and is regulated by ERSE (Entidade Reguladora dos Serviços Energéticos).
During storms and extreme weather, E-Redes coordinates emergency repair crews to restore electricity supply. Residents can report outages and check restoration timelines through the E-Redes website or app. The company is also central to Portugal's energy transition, managing the integration of growing rooftop solar and electric vehicle charging into the distribution grid.
