Dozens of beaches across Portugal’s Algarve region have been affected coastal instability following a series of winter storms that struck the southern coastline. According to a technical assessment from the Portuguese Environment Agency, at least thirty five beaches recorded significant impact from severe weather conditions that caused erosion, sand loss and structural damage along parts […]
Portugal is facing a significant financial penalty after European authorities ruled that the country failed to fully implement biodiversity protection measures required under European Union environmental law. The ruling imposes a €10 million fine on Portugal over shortcomings linked to the enforcement of the EU Habitats Directive, a key piece of legislation designed to safeguard […]
Environmental organisations have called for the rejection of a proposed wind hybridisation project linked to the Alcoutim Photovoltaic Power Plant in the northeast of the Algarve, arguing that revised plans fail to address serious ecological and social concerns. The Portuguese Society for the Study of Birds stated that the reformulated proposal, currently under public consultation, […]
