Latest news and stories about energy supply in Portugal for expats and residents.
Twelve European Union (EU) countries, including Portugal, will place approximately 42.6 million barrels of oil from their strategic reserves on the market, almost half of which is diesel, according to a statement released this Thursday. According to the document, signed by the 12 countries, 42.6 million barrels will be released by the end of...
Portugal has already completed the release of two million barrels of petroleum products from its strategic reserves, as agreed within the scope of the International Energy Agency (IEA) in March. Faced with the challenge now issued by the same agency to increase the release of diesel barrels, Portugal states it is available for this 'reflection'.
The U.S. supplies more than half of Europe's diesel, and a ban would be “very serious” for the continent's energy supply.
Nigeria accounted for 50% of unloading operations, according to a document released this Friday. It is followed by the United States, with 43%, and Russia, with the remaining 7%.
The port of Sines accounted for the vast majority of gas imports into Portugal throughout 2025, a total that includes shipments from Russia.
An agreement with unions allowed for the loading of tankers in Sines during the stoppage, which ends this Tuesday. The region receives an average of 35 containers per week.
The energy supply across Europe continues to be stable even with the ongoing heatwaves.
The guarantee was given on the day Romania began procedures to completely shut down its Cernavoda nuclear power plant due to the drop in water levels in the Danube River.
Portugal may not have enough electricity to meet demand at certain times over the next decade. This warning is contained in a report from the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology, which points to risks for the security of supply and recommends measures to strengthen the capacity of the electrical system. But to what extent should we be worried about this scenario? This topic was analysed by Expresso's Economy editor, Miguel Prado. Listen to the new episode of Economia dia a dia, Expresso's daily podcast hosted by Juliana Simões.
As most electricity production is located in the North, the south of the country was supplied via Spain, admitted the Minister of Environment
A new report indicates that Portugal faces a potential risk of power shortages during peak demand periods throughout the year.
The government states that Portugal's energy supply remains secure, though the country remains vulnerable to price fluctuations.
Brazil is considering the possibility of exporting aviation fuel to Portugal to meet potential supply needs.
Sarmento warns that a possible lack of kerosene could cause significant economic disruption in Portugal.
The minister stated that fuel supplies are secure for the country through August, though the aviation sector could experience minor disruptions.
Aviation expert Pedro Castro downplays the International Energy Agency's warning regarding a potential jet fuel shortage in Europe in “six weeks”.
With summer approaching and the Strait of Hormuz closed, the aviation industry is under heavy pressure due to its reliance on Middle Eastern jet fuel. Portugal also imports this fuel, but Galp rules out disruptions in the coming months.
Exploration, transfer, and refining points cannot be restored overnight amidst a disruption across the entire chain of oil shipping routes.
The head of the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology (DGEG) assures that the natural gas supply in Portugal is guaranteed for now. However, Paulo Carmona warns that the situation could change if the conflict continues.
The national energy supply chain does not even depend on oil or natural gas exported by Persian Gulf countries. And “there is no supply problem at Sines today,” guarantees the president of the main national port for crude oil and natural gas.
“Practically all the crude oil that enters Portugal comes through Sines,” states Pedro do Ó Ramos, president of the Port of Sines, explaining that the major suppliers of both crude oil and natural gas are not from the Middle East.
Governments consider emergency measures to address energy supply fears as war rages in the Gulf.
Putin guarantees he is available to supply oil and gas to Europe but asks for cooperation. The President of the European Parliament promises to respond in a “firm and united manner” if any member state is attacked.
A warning that limited biomethane supplies mean Portuguese companies must secure all available volumes, since demand will exceed supply.
Higher electricity consumption due to the cold is overloading the electricity grid. The president of the Union of Parishes of Alverca do Ribatejo and Sobralinho is calling for a swift solution.
Petrogal will supply electricity to the Portuguese Army and the National Air Force in a total amount of more than €6.4 million. The contracts, signed in December, run for one year. Galp's subsidiary also won the contract to supply natural gas to the Portuguese Army, worth more than ...
