A seal far from home in the Algarve
A harbour seal usually seen in northern waters has been resting in the Ria Formosa lagoon. The ICNF is keeping an eye on her old tail wound, which shows no infection, so no rescue is needed for now.
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14 June 2026
Good morning. Today's Pulse brings a wandering seal, cleaner harbours and a few quiet steps toward more sustainable coasts and tables.
Sand returns to Quarteira's beaches
A six-kilometre sand replenishment between Quarteira and Garrao restored safe bathing for the summer. Experts warn it is a temporary fix lasting 12 to 15 years, and that less urbanised zones should plan for relocation instead.
A Madeira shipowner invests in decarbonisation
Grupo Sousa, the only Portuguese shipowner among the world's 100 largest, put 20 million euros into greening its fleet. Shore power for the 'Lobo Marinho' in Funchal already saves 3,200 tonnes of CO2 a year, though uncertainty over future fuels complicates longer-term decisions.
Eleven firms recognised for wastewater care
Eleven companies around Greater Lisbon and the Oeste earned the AgIR seal for responsible industrial wastewater and circular economy practices. The 4.4 million euro project by Aguas do Tejo Atlantico runs to 2030 across 13 municipalities.
Azores school gets a 2.4 million euro overhaul
The Azores government launched a tender to rehabilitate Escola Secundaria das Laranjeiras in Ponta Delgada, covering roofing, water networks, windows and a new student space. The phased works will keep the school open over a 540-day period.
Few children's favourite foods tick every box
A University of Porto study found only about 10% of foods most eaten by Portuguese children are at once nutritious, eco-friendly and affordable. The authors call for food policies that balance health, environment, cost and culture.
Technical reading on farming and policy
Agroportal's technical section gathers articles on small agri-business finances, Portugal's PEPAC 2023 to 2027 plan and the history of olive cultivation. The pieces draw on the national climate change competence centre for the agro-forestry sector.
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