Latest news and stories about sustainability in environment in Algarve, Portugal for expats and residents.
Minister of Environment and Energy Maria da Graça Carvalho has announced plans for a new waste incinerator in the Algarve, estimated to cost €300 million. Environmental group ZERO has criticized the decision, arguing it undermines the circular economy, though the minister has expressed a willingness to discuss alternatives.
A major Portuguese solar energy firm has filed for bankruptcy, raising concerns about the sustainability of large-scale renewable investments and market stability.
The government has allocated 15 million euros for urgent beach restoration following significant coastline damage caused by recent severe weather, with total repair costs estimated at 200 million euros.
In an interview with Dinheiro Vivo/DN, producer Filipe Caldas de Vasconcellos discusses the state of the wine industry, arguing that climate change, shifting consumption patterns, and economic pressures require a move away from volume-based production toward value creation, authenticity, and sustainable agricultural practices.
Volunteers are being invited to join a coastal clean-up at Mata de João d’Arens in Portimão on Saturday, September 19, as part of the Arade Azul environmental project. The initiative, The post Volunteers invited to help clean coastal beauty spot in Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Last month, I focused my attention on the Southern European real estate market — a sector especially critical here in the Algarve — and how the financial value of ground The post Auditing the Campus: why sustainability in schools is about more than recycling appeared first on Portugal Resident.
PSD Algarve is urging residents across the region to take part in the public consultation on the proposed Foupana dam, which remains open until October 12. The project, planned for The post PSD Algarve urges public to speak up on Foupana dam plans appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Environmental associations have renewed calls for the long-promised creation of the Lagoa dos Salgados Natural Reserve, warning that one of the Algarve’s most important wetland systems remains without adequate protection The post Environmental groups demand action after fresh wildlife deaths near Salgados lagoon appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home News Irrigation system investment to save 19 million cubic metres of water in the Algarve Irrigation system investment to save 19 million cubic metres of water in the Algarve A €15 million modernisation programme at the Alvor Irrigation Scheme is expected to significantly reduce water losses
The goal is to have only 10% of waste in landfills by 2035. The Algarve, with two landfills nearly full, may move towards incineration. Study launched on October 15th.
Two juvenile loggerhead sea turtles have been returned to the ocean after undergoing rehabilitation at Zoomarine Algarve, following two very different rescues. Xianna and Xaloc were released on Thursday, September The post Zoomarine returns rehabilitated sea turtles to ocean appeared first on Portugal Resident.
For the environmental association, the construction of a waste incinerator in the Algarve is an anachronistic and inadequate solution for the seasonal peaks produced in the region.
A plan to build a major new dam in the eastern Algarve has taken a significant step forward after more than half a century of discussion, with the proposed Foupana The post Eastern Algarve dam takes step forward after 50 years of debate appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Construction planned for the area of the Alcoutim and Castro Marim municipalities. Public consultation ends on October 12th.
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Home News Algarve project could save 19 million cubic metres of water Algarve project could save 19 million cubic metres of water A major overhaul of the Alvor-Bravura irrigation system could cut water use by around 60%, saving an estimated 19 million cubic meters of water every year.
The new support, funded by the State Budget, is intended for the repair of affected infrastructure. During a visit to Lagos, the importance of Algarve agriculture and the need to reduce the agri-food deficit were reinforced.
The Portuguese government is launching a 25-million-euro funding notice to repair and improve irrigation infrastructure damaged by a series of storms. Minister of Agriculture José Manuel Fernandes announced the measure, bringing the total investment for these repairs to 60 million euros. The funding is part of the broader 'Water that Unites' strategy, which aims to improve water efficiency and infrastructure across the country to support agriculture, human consumption, tourism, and industry.
Welink, owner of the largest solar power plant in the country, faces restructuring and longs for the green light for a wind farm
The Portuguese company Solara4, which owns the largest solar plant in Portugal, expects to receive a final decision in September regarding the process that will allow it to 'make the 220-megawatt park in Alcoutim, Algarve, profitable'. The controlling company, the insolvent Welink Energy Portugal 2 UK Limited, intends to accelerate the licensing process to...
The Welink Group calls for a “swift decision” from the Government regarding the licensing of a wind farm that is crucial to making the Alcoutim solar plant economically viable. Another key component is the battery park, which has also not yet been built, but has already begun receiving subsidies from RRP funds.
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The firm responsible for the major solar power facility in Alcoutim has declared bankruptcy.
The firm responsible for operating the major solar energy facility in Portugal has declared bankruptcy.
Falling electricity prices in the market and production levels below expectations have led the company Welink Energy Portugal 2 UK to insolvency. Creditors aim to recover the asset's performance and are seeking a buyer.
Solara4, which has been operating since 2021 in Alcoutim, established itself as the largest photovoltaic plant in Portugal. However, low electricity prices in the Iberian market, technical issues, fires, and a dispute with the contractor, a Chinese state-owned group, have left its owner, the Welink group, in financial trouble.
