Torres Novas council moves to void approval step for Árgea biomethane plant

Torres Novas council plans to put a proposal to its executive in early November to declare null an administrative act tied to a planned biomethane plant at Árgea. Mayor José Trincão Marques said the move goes ahead whatever position the Portuguese Environment Agency has taken, and ruled out tacit approval. The council objects to the site, which it considers unsuitable. The €18 million project, promoted by Gasdaterra, would process around 100,000 tonnes a year of organic waste and livestock effluent. Residents and environmental groups cite odours, heavy traffic and water risks.