Found @ European Researchers Night

A few years ago, cities throughout Portugal would join in, closing streets and areas in high publicity stunts. Though short lived and mostly mediatic-fueled, it was still an effort. The past years, the European mobility week / no-cars days was almost absent on the agenda.

Cascais has a new green haven! Bosque do Livramento opens with 8 hectares of woodlands, walkways, picnic areas, and inclusive community projects - protecting a small wood area in the midst of the urban sprawl. We just visited it!

Cascais has a new green haven! Bosque do Livramento opens with 8 hectares of woodlands, walkways, picnic areas, and inclusive community projects - protecting a small wood area in the midst of the urban sprawl. We just visited it!

Climate change made extreme wildfires in Spain and Portugal 40 times more likely, with similar conditions now recurring every 15 years instead of 500, according to a new World Weather Attribution study

Since 1990, Europe has achieved both steady growth and an absolute and significant reduction of GHG emissions. So, it is possible. And yes, we should all be doing it. www.linkedin.com/pulse/decoup...

A força e importância escondidas das florestas de kelp do Norte do País. www.publico.pt/2025/09/13/a...

When people talk about the impact of Man on Earth's systems during the industrial age, most of us talk about climate change and pollution, some talk about biodiversity loss but almost no one talks about the impact we are having on the nutrients cycles. www.linkedin.com/pulse/nutrie...

Taking a moment to breathe a bit better, as the huge “Arganil Fire”, the biggest recorded forest fire in Portugal, has been declared as “under control”. Congratulations to everyone that has fought to control this mean giant.

Spain & Portugal’s wildfires in 2025: record CO2 emissions, forests turned from climate heroes to climate liabilities, soil recovery will take a century. Our team unpacks the long-term impact and calls for urgent action! 🌲🔥 #ClimateCrisis #WildfireRecovery www.linkedin.com/pulse/devast...

Nature is plentiful.

Investigadores portugueses participam em projecto europeu que está a analisar soluções para reduzir o impacto do calor extremo em cidades mediterrânicas. Testes já começaram em Lisboa. 🍃

Firebreaks. Let's talk about firebreaks in forests. Because it is one of the most precious tools a territory can have to prevent forest fires spread. www.linkedin.com/pulse/firebr...

Moisture retention is a considerable challenge in the Portuguese forests during the summer - and is only going to get worse because of climate change.. In this article, we look at three techniques that can be applied at scale, to help with it. www.linkedin.com/posts/inicia...

Today is Earth Overshoot Day - and that is an opportunity for each of us to commit to change. www.linkedin.com/posts/inicia...

Every study and common sense point to the need of having more bike paths - and by the way, not only in Lisbon, but throughout all urban areas in Portugal. And I am quite sure this will happen. www.publico.pt/2025/07/16/l...

Last week, Southern Europe faced record-breaking soil temperatures (+50ºC). This is a warning sign for food security, healthy forests, and resilient landscapes. We explore the dangers of these unprecedented conditions and share practical solutions. www.linkedin.com/pulse/unprec...

A really nice park in the center of Barcelona, a perfect place to shield (and shade) one from the sweltering heat that is now felt all over Europe.

Parque da Quinta da Alagoa in Carcavelos blends history, recreation, and environmental care. With mature trees, a natural lagoon, and green lawns, it helps sequester CO₂ and supports local biodiversity. #UrbanParks #Cascais #Sustainability medium.com/@iniciativad...

Caring for your trees in Portugal’s hot summer? 🌳 Deep, infrequent watering, mulching, and light pruning are key - and watch out for heat waves!! Every tree you nurture helps build a greener, more resilient future! medium.com/@iniciativad...

Today is June 10th, #Portugal 's National Day. So, we want to celebrate, the Cork Oak - our National Tree, a symbol of sustainability, biodiversity, and innovation. Proudly leading global cork production, it’s a living legacy and a pillar of our natural heritage. #Sustainability

On #WorldEnvironmentDay, Iniciativa Dragoeiro stands with all working for a greener future. 🌱 Global challenges like climate change & plastic pollution are real - but together, our actions can restore our planet. Every step counts. Let’s make change happen, for all. 💚🌍

Today, we are celebrating a special milestone. Iniciativa Dragoeiro has already removed more than 55 tons of CO₂ from the air! It's just a small drop in an ocean of emissions - but we believe the sum of small efforts can have a big impact. So... cheer to us and let's keep going!

Yes, more jacarandas blooming in Lisbon, reminding us the importance of Life.

Sintra presented the Adraga Praia Grande Ecological Park project: 54.6 hectares between Praia Grande and Adraga, with trails, observation points, and habitat restoration. Phase 1 (by July) focuses on cleaning and trail setup. Completion expected by 2027. medium.com/@iniciativad...

Portugal’s fire prevention deadline is almost here! All rural landowners must clear flammable vegetation by May 31, 2025 or risk hefty fines. Learn what you need to do to stay safe and compliant in our latest Medium post: medium.com/@iniciativad... #Portugal #FirePrevention #WildfireSafety

Jacarandas are blooming all over Lisbon!

Extreme heat, shifting rainfall, and new pest pressures are already challenging our trees - and the next few decades will bring even more change. We worked on the latest climate projections for Cascais (our home) and what they mean for urban trees. www.linkedin.com/pulse/cascai...

Para salvar milhões de pessoas que vivem perto do mar, a temperatura média global teria de ser inferior à actual. A meta de 1,5°C não basta para travar o degelo e a dramática subida do nível do mar.

There will be a public presentation on the Adraga-Praia Grande park on the 21st May, at 18h30, in the Fire Station in Colares. More info in cm-sintra.pt/atualidade/a...

Portugal’s 2025 election is a pivotal moment for the country’s sustainability agenda, with all major parties supporting ambitious climate targets but diverging on how to achieve them. Explore our analysis of their environmental policies and what this means. www.linkedin.com/pulse/three-...

Thinking of planting trees this May in Portugal? Discover the 5 best species for a thriving, sustainable garden-from iconic cork oaks to vibrant Judas trees. Choose climate-smart, biodiversity-boosting trees and make a lasting impact! www.linkedin.com/pulse/choosi...

We all know that fruit trees are the providers of deliciousness - but how important are they for the environment? www.linkedin.com/pulse/enviro...

Topsoil is the foundation of our food, water, and climate security—but it’s vanishing fast. Discover why protecting this precious resource is vital for humanity’s future and what we can do to save it. www.linkedin.com/pulse/crucia...

There are growing signs that Porto needs a structured aproach to bikepaths and integrated mobility www.publico.pt/2025/04/25/l...

Earth Day 2025. Just look around and breathe. This is your planet. What you’lll do next is your call. #EarthDay

The 1.5km bike path from Carcavelos train station to Nova SBE is one of Cascais’ best: smooth, wide, and well-integrated with public transport—perfect for students and locals alike. It still needs some improvements - but it's still a model for the future. medium.com/@iniciativad...

It's Easter, so why not head out for a nature hike? Hiking is a wonderful way to recharge - boosting heart health, easing stress, and lifting your spirits with every step! This weekend, let’s trade screens for green, reconnect with loved ones, and rediscover the joy of being outdoors. Happy Easter!

Want to help bees & butterflies thrive? 🐝🌳 The way you groom your trees can make all the difference! Discover simple, nature-friendly tips to support pollinators in my latest article. Let’s grow a healthier ecosystem together! www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-gr...

This is an amazing initiative, fostering urban trees. Well done , Porto! www.publico.pt/2025/04/14/l...

Bosque dos Gaios municipal urban park in Cascais is still severely damaged from March’s storms. We are asking @CMCascais on their plan to recover the felled trees in the urban parks throughout the municipality

@ Greenfest Estoril

This morning we reported to @CMCascais the severe disruptions in the Carcavelos - Nova SBE bikepath, that jeopardize the daily safe commute of dozens of citizens, and are an obstacle to CO2 control and quality of life.

Cascais has had for many years a plan to adapt the municipality and its territory to Climate Change. Let's review it's progress in 2023! www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

98000 (98 thousand) trees felled during the big storm in the Parque Natural Sintra-Cascais two weeks ago. A massive devastation event. Sending our full support to Parques de Sintra for the forest's recovery. www.publico.pt/2025/04/04/l...

Pollination is a cornerstone of biodiversity, agriculture, and ecosystem health - and it shares a vital bond with forests, critical for our world! This is a partnership that we should safeguard and nurture. #Pollination #Forest www.linkedin.com/pulse/vital-...

Forests aren't just trees—they're invaluable ecosystems! The Total Economic Value framework reveals their full worth, from timber and carbon sequestration to biodiversity and legacy. Let's have a look at TEV and how it can guide conservation and benefits. www.linkedin.com/pulse/total-...

Venezuela🏔️ Sem Pico Humboldt, conhecido como La Corona, Venezuela torna-se o segundo país do mundo a perder todos os glaciares. Relatório da Organização Meteorológica Mundial confirma anúncio do ano passado.

Tonight, 20h30 to 21h30. Earth Hour. Don’t forget to save electricity tonight - and use that experience to do it every single day. #earthhour