Latest news and stories about wetlands in Portugal for expats and residents.
Lagoa mayor Luís Encarnação has admitted his astonishment regarding a petition to ‘save Alagoas Brancas’, a local wetland, which was discussed in Parliament on Friday – and even led to The post “Alagoas Brancas is already saved!”: Lagoa mayor insists petition is “unneccesary” appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Official data indicate that the loss of wetlands is three times greater than that of forests, emphasising that they 'are indispensable' for combating climate change and safeguarding biodiversity.
A substantial portion of those that remain are in poor ecological condition.
Official data indicate that almost 90% of the world’s wetlands have been degraded since the 18th century and that wetland loss is three times greater than forest loss.
The municipalities of Portimão and Lagos will mark World Wetlands Day on Monday (February 2) by signing a letter of intent aimed at reactivating the Association of Municipalities of the The post Portimão and Lagos to revive Ria de Alvor association appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Organisations say that urban soil sealing and the destruction of wetlands amplify the effects of storms. Ecological restoration and the enhancement of green spaces are more effective.
Environmental groups and local residents will gather near Lagoa’s Alagoas Brancas wetland on Sunday (February 1) to mark World Wetlands Day. Often described by experts as a “Mini Doñana” (referencing The post World Wetlands Day marked with guided visit to Algarve’s ‘Mini Doñana’ appeared first on Portugal Resident.
