Workshops, courses and gatherings across sustainable Portugal. Found something we're missing?
A 12km circular hike through the rice fields of Maiorca (Figueira da Foz) on July 4th, guided by Hike Land. Moderate level, following traditional rural paths among the rice fields of Baixo Mondego, with a minimum of 5 participants and a minimum age requirement of 10 years.
Câmara da Mealhada and Fundação Mata do Bussaco are organising an international seminar on fireflies on 4 July, at Mata Nacional do Bussaco, marking World Firefly Day with national and international experts.
The Museu Municipal de Tavira is organising a guided visit in Cabanas de Tavira on 4 July 2026 at 10:00, dedicated to the collective memory and vernacular architecture of the village before the SAAL programme. The visit is led by architect Patrícia Gonçalves, with registration open until 2 July.
On Saturday, the 4th, Al-Baiaz is hosting a talk on the birds of Leiria district, with researcher Gonçalo Elias, at its headquarters in Vendas de Maria. Free entry, starting at 5 pm.
Environmental bingo game held on 7 July at Praia de Ofir and 15 July at Praia de Cepães, from 10:00 to 11:30, celebrating 40 years of the Blue Flag programme. Participants play individually or in teams to learn and discuss 40 daily actions for ocean and beach protection, with symbolic prizes for winners.
ZERO and partners host an online Interreg Euro-MED CirBioWaste session on PAYT (Pay-as-you-throw) schemes to improve bio-waste collection rates across Mediterranean regions. The event includes presentations and multilingual break-out discussions for stakeholders from Portugal, Spain, Italy, Greece, and Bulgaria.
Farmin Trainings is organising two courses in July with specialist Daniel Suárez: the ABCD Course on Regenerative Livestock Farming (9–11 July) and the Genetics 360º Course (13–15 July), both focused on regenerative livestock farming and animal selection.
Webinar aimed at technicians and stakeholders on the main objectives of the new Energy Performance of Buildings Directive and its transposition into Portuguese legislation. The event addresses challenges and opportunities in the decarbonisation of the building stock and sustainability targets.
Nighttime activity for observing and listening to bats at Quinta do Covelo, part of Porto's 'Noites de Morcegos' program. Registration open via online form starting July 1st.
A 4-hour in-person training session organised by LPN and EPAL, consisting of a walk between Cheleiros and Penedo do Lexim, in the municipality of Mafra, to explore the flora, fauna, geology and cultural heritage of the Saloia region. Free registration until 16 July.
Rota das Árvores do Porto 2026 event at Quinta de Salgueiros, Porto, scheduled for 18 July 2026. The series visits various green spaces and historic gardens across the city throughout the year.
The CMIA de Vila do Conde is organising an online talk about the Portuguese Blue Biobank, presented by researchers from CIIMAR-UP, marking World Nature Conservation Day. Attendance is free but prior registration is required.
The XII Mediterranean Diet Fair takes place in Tavira from 3 to 6 September 2026, including the presentation of the Innovation Prize – Mediterranean Diet to Algarve producers and agri-food companies.
Terra'26 is a two-day professional event dedicated to regenerative agriculture, held on 9–10 September 2026 at Quinta da Melhorada in Azinhaga, Golegã. Organised by Quinta da Cholda, it will bring together farmers, researchers, technicians and policymakers for presentations, demonstrations and networking.
The final of the 12th edition of Apps for Good, CDI Portugal's technology education programme, takes place on 18 September at the Pavilhão do Conhecimento in Lisbon. The event celebrates the best apps developed by students from schools across the country, including the ECOBinGO project from Madeira.
A workshop on citrus pruning and grafting at the agroforests of Freixo do Meio will take place at Montado do Freixo do Meio on 19 September 2026. The activity features professor Raúl Rodrigues – Escola Superior Agrária de Ponte de Lima (CISAS/IPVC) – and is an opportunity to learn and refine pruning techniques through both theory and practice. Pruning shears will be available for purchase.
A 4-hour in-person training session at Tapada das Necessidades, in Lisbon, covering the city's flora, history and urban geomonuments. Aimed at teachers and technical staff, with free registration until 17 September 2026.
The acorn has been a dietary staple across different cultures for centuries. Today it is re-emerging as a relevant resource — nutritionally rich, ecologically aligned with Mediterranean systems, and with economic potential that remains largely untapped. On 25, 26 and 27 September, Montado do Freixo do Meio hosts the Acorn Academy, an intensive workshop offering a hands-on approach to the current state of knowledge on acorns for human consumption. Over three days, participants will…
The second edition of the BOIL festival takes place from 25 to 28 September at Parque de Serralves, in Porto, with around 50 artists and a programme for all ages that includes workshops, installations, cinema and talks on climate and scientific topics.
Acorns have been part of human diets across cultures for centuries. Today, they are re-emerging as a relevant food resource — nutritionally rich, ecologically aligned with Mediterranean systems, and with largely untapped economic potential. From September 25–27, the Freixo do Meio Montado hosts the Acorn Academy, an intensive workshop offering a practical perspective on the current state of the art of acorn use for human consumption. Over three days, participants will engage directly with the…
A 6-hour in-person training session in the Maciço Calcário Estremenho, covering geology, hydrogeology and karst botany, with visits to caves and springs and caving activities. Free registration until 24 September 2026.
The XI National Congress on Irrigation and Drainage, organised by COTR, takes place in Beja from 30 September to 2 October 2026. The event brings together specialists, researchers and companies to discuss water efficiency, technological innovation and the impact of the Alqueva project on Portuguese agriculture.
The 17th edition of the Birdwatching and Nature Activities Festival returns to Sagres from 2 to 5 October 2026, with the razorbill as the featured species. The programme includes ringing, field and boat trips, mini-courses and photography workshops.
Conference on smart and sustainable construction organised by AICCOPN in partnership with the Universidade de Aveiro, held in person at the Auditório AICCOPN in Porto on 8 October. Attendance is free but requires prior registration.
PIEP is organising a hybrid Learning Factory on bio-based thermoplastics, covering FIM technologies, material recyclability and process digitalisation. The event takes place in person in Guimarães and/or remotely; registration is free but mandatory.
The Cluster Habitat Sustentável 2026 Conference takes place on 29 October at the Departamento de Engenharia Civil of the Universidade de Coimbra. It brings together companies, researchers and organisations to discuss innovation, competitiveness and sustainability in the Habitat sector.
Joint workshop of the RE-FEED and LIVING LAB Efluentes projects on the valorisation of livestock effluents, held at Polo de Inovação da Fonte Boa – INIAV. Taking place from 9:30 to 16:30, with a free lunch included upon mandatory registration.
The XVII FENAREG Jornadas – Encontro Regadio 2026 will be held on 17–18 November 2026 in Reguengos de Monsaraz, organised by FENAREG and the local municipality. The two-day event will bring together policymakers, irrigators' associations and specialists to discuss sustainable water management, irrigation governance and financing challenges in Portugal.
Certified training in Circular Economy taking place in Lisboa on 18 November 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00. Covers the transition from linear to circular models, including the 10R model and opportunity diagnosis.
The 21st Water Expo Conference takes place on 19 and 20 November 2026, as part of Semana de Ambiente 2026, featuring seven debate panels on water resources, tariff regulation and funding. Early registrations benefit from a 20% discount.
The 20th Waste Forum takes place on 25 and 26 November, as part of Environment Week 2026, addressing topics such as waste strategy, landfills, energy recovery and bio-waste.
