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Sessões Públicas de Esclarecimento da Proposta de Alteração do Plano de Ordenamento da Orla Costeira da Ilha Terceira
April 27, 2023A Secretaria Regional do Ambiente e Alterações Climáticas, através da Direção Regional do Ordenamento do Território e dos …
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Establishment of a population of the fern Asplenium hemionitis at the Faial Botanic Garden
April 26, 2023endemic flora, of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, which aims to conserve several species protected by the …
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LIFE VIDALIA receives networking visit from LIFE medCLIFFS
April 24, 2023LIFE VIDALIA, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, recently received two members of …
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2nd Monitoring Visit to LIFE SNAILS
April 21, 2023On 31 March and 1 April, the LIFE SNAILS team met on Santa Maria island with the NEEMO …
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Presented on Corvo a game about invasive species dedicated to primary and middle school children
April 19, 2023The game "Dobble Invasoras" was presented last week, on Corvo island, on the occasion of the statutory visit …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promoted workshop on “Agenda for the Circular Economy of the Autonomous Region of the Azores”
April 19, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, chaired on Monday the closing of the …
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Azorean Government inaugurates supply system and agricultural path on Corvo
April 19, 2023The Regional Government of the Azores inaugurated last week the water supply system of Casinha Velha and the …
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LIFE VIDALIA welcomes visit from CINEA
April 19, 2023LIFE VIDALIA project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change and co-financed by the …
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LIFE SNAILS on the Regional Council for the Environment and Sustainable Development
April 18, 2023On 24 March, LIFE SNAILS – Support and Naturalization in Areas of Importance for Land Snails participated in …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA and LIFE BEETLES participate in a workshop on climate change
April 17, 2023On 22 March, LIFE IP AZORES NATURA and LIFE BEETLES participated in the 3rd Workshop on the Macaronesian …
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SRAAC present at the World Landscape Architecture Month
April 17, 2023Invited by APAP – Associação Portuguesa dos Arquitectos Paisagistas (Portuguese Landscape Architects Association), the Regional Secretariat for the …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change considers extending SIRGIC cost-free period
April 14, 2023The SiRGIC – Land Registry Information Collection and Management System of the Azores was created by the Regional …
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Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change presents the Good Practices Guide for the Organisation of Circular Events
April 12, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, presided, by digital means, the official presentation …
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LIFE VIDALIA holds Final Project Conference
April 12, 2023LIFE VIDALIA holds Final Project Conference
On 26 April, the LIFE VIDALIA – Valorização e Inovação Dirigidos à …
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Azores Governmt inaugurates interventions in the Dilúvio and Prainha streams on Pico island
April 6, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel and the Regional Secretary for Tourism, Mobility …
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Photography contest “Biosphere Reserves of the Azores”
April 4, 2023As part of the first Festival of Biosphere Reserves of Portugal, the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and …
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1ˢᵗ Edition of the newsletter “Flores – Biosphere Reserve”
April 4, 2023The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change has just launched the first edition of a newsletter …
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The week of the International Day of Forests was full of environmental awareness activities
April 3, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change was present at the planting activity of endemic species, …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA updates on its actions in the Santa Maria Nature Park Advisory Board
April 3, 2023This project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, participated in the Santa Maria …
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Report on the 15th Regional Meeting on Environmental Education
April 3, 2023The 15th Regional Meeting on Environmental Education took place in the Escola Secundária Jerónimo Emiliano de Andrade, Terceira …
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Gruta das Torres Visitors Centre already has an online ticket office!
April 1, 2023The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change launches today the online ticket office (https://bit.ly/3nzZFIJ) …
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LIFE VIDALIA promotes training, dissemination and replication action to the field teams of the islands of the triangle
March 31, 2023The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promoted on 17 February, through the LIFE VIDALIA project, …
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LIFE BEETLES participates in the 15th Regional Meeting on Environmental Education
March 30, 2023The LIFE BEETLES project participated in the 15th Regional Meeting on Environmental Education (EREA), which took place on …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ participates in the 15th Regional Meeting on Environmental Education
March 30, 2023The 15th Regional Meeting on Environmental Education, promoted by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA participates in the Regional Meeting on Environmental Education
March 30, 2023At the beginning of March, the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project attended the 15th Regional Meeting on Environmental …
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LIFE SNAILS participates in the Regional Meeting on Environmental Education (EREA)
March 30, 2023LIFE SNAILS participated in the 15th Regional Meeting on Environmental Education on March 1, 2 and 3 on …
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Alonso Miguel inaugurates the works of Minimization of Hydrological Risks in Grota da Lagoinha
March 29, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, inaugurated today the works to minimise hydrological …
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Students from the Gardening Course participate in an action to remove invasive flora and successive planting of natives on São Miguel
March 28, 2023On 16 February, a volunteer action was carried out to remove invasive flora on the coastline of Miradouro …
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Alonso Miguel delivers forestry equipment on the island of Terceira under the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project
March 28, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, delivered equipment to the island of Terceira …
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Azores Regional Council for the Environment and Sustainable Development met in Terceira island
March 28, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, chaired last Friday in Angra do Heroísmo, …
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Alonso Miguel delivers equipment to support the cleaning of the sand at Porto Pim beach
March 24, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, delivered this Thursday equipment to support cleaning …
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Earth Hour 2023: a renewed vision 🌎 #BiggestHourForEarth
March 24, 2023"Since its beginnings in 2007, Earth Hour has been known for its "lights out" moment – a symbolic …
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Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change marked World Tree Day with the planting of endemic species in Fajã dos Cubres
March 24, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, marked the most recent World Tree Day, …
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Congratulations to the Furnas do Enxofre Natural Monument!
March 23, 2023The Furnas do Enxofre correspond to the most important fumarolic field of Terceira island and are part of …
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Alonso Miguel inaugurates the recovery and remodelling works of the Traditional Trails of Fajã de Santo Cristo
March 22, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, presided on Tuesday at the inauguration ceremony …
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President of the Government marked World Water Day at the Lagoa das Sete Cidades
March 22, 2023The President of the Regional Government of the Azores, José Manuel Bolieiro, was present today, on World Water …
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International Day of Forests
March 21, 2023The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change is promoting a set of regional activities aimed at …
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Alonso Miguel marks the 7th anniversary of the Fajãs de São Jorge Biosphere Reserve
March 21, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, was present on Monday in an environmental …
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Sessão de Divulgação da Reserva da Biosfera das Flores
March 15, 2023No próximo dia 20 de março, o Centro de Interpretação Ambiental do Boqueirão e o Auditório da Câmara …
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Regional Secretary for the Environment and climate Change present in the hoisting of the Green Flag Eco-School at Escola Básica António José de Ávila
March 14, 2023regarding the Eco-School award for the 2021/2022 school year, granted to the school in the 15th edition of …
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Regional Government of the Azores starts the first stage of the rehabilitation of the Pedro Miguel Centre of the Faial Botanic Garden
March 10, 2023The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change is launching the first stage of the rehabilitation works …
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As Reservas Naturais da Caldeira do Faial e da Montanha do Pico estão de parabéns!
March 8, 2023A 7 e 8 de março de 1972 a Caldeira do Faial e a Montanha do Pico foram …
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Regional Government of the Azores starts the construction work of the Monte da Guia Pedestrian and Interpretive Circuit
March 7, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, and the Regional Secretary for Tourism, Mobility …
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Regional Secretariat for Environment and Climate Change promotes “Eventos + Circulares” campaign
March 6, 2023The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change will deliver around 90 thousand reusable cups to organisations …
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LIFE SNAILS takes part in the meeting of the advisory board of the Santa Maria Nature Park
March 3, 2023The LIFE SNAILS project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, was present at …
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LIFE VIDALIA on display at Manuel de Arriaga High School
March 3, 2023The itinerant exhibition of LIFE VIDALIA project was available to all school community of the 3rd cycle and …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes 15ᵗʰ Regional Meeting on Environmental Education
March 1, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, chaired today the opening session of the …
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Regional Secretary publishes 1st Monitoring Report of the Regional Climate Change Programme
Feb. 27, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, announced the publication of the 1st Monitoring …
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Online population survey on climate change and carbon neutrality
Feb. 27, 2023Portugal is committed to achieving “carbon neutrality” by the end of 2050.
The Regional Secretariat for the Environment …
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LIFE BEETLES: Beginning of clear-cutting work on eucalyptus trees
Feb. 23, 2023The LIFE BEETLES project has already started clear-cutting the eucalyptus grove of Furnas do Enxofre, one of the …
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Continuing the works at Ilhéu da Vila, Santa Maria
Feb. 22, 2023On January 19, a team from Santa Maria Environment and Climate Change Service went to the Ilhéu da …
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Planting of Rumex azoricus and Angelica lignescens in Serra Devassa, São Miguel
Feb. 20, 2023On 16 January, a team from the São Miguel Environment and Climate Change Service carried out a planting …
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Graciosa hosts session on “Azores on the Energy Route: Graciosa, the model island”
Feb. 20, 2023A session entitled “Azores on the Energy Route: Graciosa, a model island” took place on 25 January on …
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The first LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project noticeboards are already in place
Feb. 17, 2023The first noticeboards produced under Action E1 – Project communication plan of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA, coordinated …
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LIFE BEETLES: Nature Custody on World Wetlands Day
Feb. 16, 2023The LIFE BEETLES project has been establishing nature custody agreements with public and private entities, such as municipalities …
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Concurso Público n.º 39/SRAAC/2023 para a celebração de contrato de concessão do uso privativo do Bar da Casa da Montanha, na ilha do Pico
Feb. 10, 2023A Secretária Regional do Ambiente e Alterações Climáticas informa que foi lançado o anúncio para a celebração do …
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Alonso Miguel awards two tourism enterprise on São Miguel island with the Miosotis Azores 2022
Feb. 6, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, awarded the Miosotis Azores Award to two …
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National Park Rangers Day
Feb. 2, 2023Being a Park Ranger is about caring for our natural heritage and raising awareness of the need for …
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Alonso Miguel marks National Park Rangers Day and World Wetlands Day
Feb. 2, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, visited the Furnas Monitoring and Research Centre …
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World Wetlands Day
Feb. 2, 2023In Portugal, only 1.8 % of the territory is occupied by wetlands, and only 31 sites were designated to …
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Alonso Miguel presented the State of the Azores Streams Report 2022
Jan. 31, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, presented today the State of the Azores …
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LIFE SNAILS develops work to obtain baselines of the ecosystem conditions of the intervention areas
Jan. 31, 2023Monitoring the impacts of conservation actions and improvement of the habitat available for land snail species, the target …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA plants Sanicula azorica in Caldeira do Faial
Jan. 27, 2023Within the scope of Action C3.2 – In-situ Conservation, the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project's field workers started …
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Alonso Miguel promotes the School Environmental Awareness Activities Offer for the 2022-2023 school year to Vocational Schools
Jan. 26, 2023This morning, the Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, was present at the Escola …
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Find out how to participate in the Arenaria Project
Jan. 25, 2023The Portuguese Society for the Study of Birds (SPEA), an associated beneficiary of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA …
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“Us and Climate Change” workshop
Jan. 24, 2023On 29 January, the auditorium of the Dalberto Pombo Environmental Interpretation Centre will host the workshop "Us and …
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LIFE BEETLES project's notice boards are already on the field!
Jan. 24, 2023One of the goals of the LIFE BEETLES project includes environmental awareness and public communication regarding the execution …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA participates in the São Miguel, Graciosa, São Jorge and Flores Advisory Boards
Jan. 23, 2023The LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, participated …
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Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change acquires a plant biomass grinder, within the scope of the LIFE BEETLES project
Jan. 23, 2023The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, visited today the LIFE BEETLES project's intervention …
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Approval of the Regional Water Program and the Management Plan for the Hydrographic Region of the Azores
Jan. 18, 2023The Regional Water Program and the Management Plan for the Hydrographic Region of the Azores 2022 - 2027, …
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“Açores na Rota da Energia” on all islands of the Region
Jan. 13, 2023The information and training sessions on energy entitled “Açores na Rota da Energia” (Azores on the Energy Route) …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes environmental information and awareness actions aimed at the agricultural sector
Jan. 10, 2023The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, met today with representatives of the Federação …
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Renovation of signage on LIFE VIDALIA intervention areas, on the island of Faial
Dec. 28, 2022On December 21, 2022, the renovation of noticeboards on the intervention areas of the LIFE VIDALIA project, on …
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Total of 88 coastal bathing waters in public consultation
Dec. 27, 2022The public consultation procedure for coastal bathing waters to be identified in the year 2023 on all islands …
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Winners of the “Jardins Mais Endemicos” contest receive landscape architecture projects
Dec. 22, 2022With the motto “Give more Azores to your accommodation”, three tourist accommodation units from the six winners of …
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Removal of invasive flora and reuse of biomass
Dec. 21, 2022In order to carry out the works of invasive flora removal in the stream of Ribeira Seca, on …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ receives 3rd monitoring visit
Dec. 20, 2022The LIFE IP CLIMAZ project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, hosted its …
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Planting endemic plants
Dec. 20, 2022On December 12 and 13, the first planting of endemic species took place in the intervention area of …
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1ˢᵗ Meeting of the LIFE SNAILS Education Programme (action E3)
Dec. 15, 2022The first meeting between the LIFE SNAILS project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate …
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Announcement – Public Request for Tenders for the concession contract for the private use of the Porto Pim Beach Bar
Dec. 14, 2022Announcement – Public Request for Tenders for the concession contract for the private use of the Porto Pim …
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Environmental volunteering with LIFE BEETLES and scouts – Terceira island
Dec. 14, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project promoted another volunteering activity on the island of Terceira, this time with the Scouts …
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SRAAC promotes the “Let's dress the trees” challenge.
Dec. 12, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change was once again the regional coordinating entity of the …
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International Mountain Day
Dec. 11, 2022The United Nations General Assembly declared 2022 the International Year of Sustainable Mountain Development. Celebrated annually to raise …
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Moss Campaign
Dec. 7, 2022This Christmas season, the Park Rangers of the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change (SRAAC) raise …
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All Environmental Centres Closed
Dec. 7, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change informs that the environmental centres under its responsibility will …
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World Soil Day
Dec. 5, 2022Have you ever stopped to think about the importance of soil for life on Earth?
Soil plays a …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA participates in the 2022 Sement Event
Dec. 2, 2022“Sement Event” has as a double purpose of celebrating, in Mata Nacional do Bussaco, the National Day of …
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Alonso Miguel and Sofia Ribeiro presented the School Environmental Awareness Activities Offer for the 2022/2023 school year
Nov. 30, 2022The Regional Secretary for Education and Cultural Affairs, Sofia Ribeiro, and the Regional Secretary for the Environment and …
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5 beetles at your door!
Nov. 29, 2022Beetles are the most versatile and diverse animal group, with more than 40 thousand species registered globally. Some …
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Installation of a remote monitoring system in Planalto dos Graminhais
Nov. 28, 2022As part of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, the Portuguese Society for the Study of Birds (SPEA), …
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Alonso Miguel participated in the “Swap, Donate and Feed” fair
Nov. 27, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, was present this Saturday at the “Swap, …
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Buy Nothing Day
Nov. 26, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change marks Buy Nothing Day, a date first organised in …
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LIFE BEETLES 2022/2023 Educational Offer
Nov. 25, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project has a strong educational and awareness-raising component, which aims to change the public's perception …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA takes part in the removal of invasive flora on São Miguel
Nov. 24, 2022In the end of October, a volunteering activity took place to remove invasive flora in Pico do Carvão, …
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Intervention of the Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change
Nov. 23, 2022The complete text of the intervention of the Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, …
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“Climate change represents one of the greatest challenges we face”, stresses Alonso Miguel
Nov. 22, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, recognised today that the climate change phenomenon …
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Eco-design – A product never dies, it changes
Nov. 21, 2022Tell us everything! What eco-design products do you usually use, and how do you give them a new …
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Tests to evaluate the effectiveness of the eradication of invasive flora species on Graciosa
Nov. 21, 2022At the beginning of November, tests were carried out in Ponta Branca, Graciosa island, to evaluate the effectiveness …
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Regional Secretary for Environment and Climate Change inaugurates mural “The Victims of the Volcano”
Nov. 20, 2022The Regional Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, inaugurated, as part of the closing celebrations of …
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Participation of LIFE BEETLES in the final seminar of the LIFE for Insects project
Nov. 18, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, participated in the …
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La Palma has already started the environmental awareness programme in Primary Education with the “Ataja Tus Matos” Games Box
Nov. 17, 2022“Ataja Tus Matos” (Stop invasive plants) is the name of the project launched by the Fundación Canaria World …
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Swap Fair – Swap, Donate and Feed
Nov. 17, 2022This year, the 14ᵗʰ European Week for Waste Reduction and the 13ᵗʰ Azores Waste Week have the theme …
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Overconsumption – When you use too much
Nov. 17, 2022We are approaching an era that is too consumerist, further worsening this problem. Before making a purchase, reflect …
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Park Ranger in action un the SOS Cagarro Campaign
Nov. 15, 2022During October and November, the Government of the Azores is promoting the SOS Cagarro Campaign through the Regional …
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Ecological restoration action in the Topo Intervention Area with students of the local school
Nov. 14, 2022Last week, the Pontinha do Topo intervention area was the target of an ecological restoration action of the …
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Upcycling – “Bibbidi bobbidi boo”
Nov. 14, 2022Have you joined upcycling yet? Tell us in the comments what your transformations were.
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The Boqueirão Environmental Interpretation Centre celebrates its 13th anniversary!
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Minimal approach – Reducing is the new trend
Nov. 10, 2022Have you tried putting all your clothes on top of the bed? We only have a clear idea …
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Green Key 2023 applications open on 11 November
Nov. 10, 2022The Green Key Programme is an international award, present in more than 60 countries, which has a network …
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Works on the streams of Lajes das Flores
Nov. 9, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, faces several challenges …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change presents Roadmap for Carbon Neutrality of the Azores
Nov. 9, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, chaired today the public session for the …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA is a theme at the 4ᵗʰ ESP Europe Conference on Crete
Nov. 8, 2022The LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project saw its work presented at the 4ᵗʰ ESP Europe Conference on Crete, …
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Public presentation of the Roadmap for Carbon Neutrality of the Azores
Nov. 7, 2022Local: Auditório do Campus de Angra do Heroísmo – University of the Azores
Date: 8 November 2022
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International Day for Biosphere Reserves
Nov. 3, 2022Biosphere Reserves are defined by UNESCO as a tool to protect landscapes, ecosystems and species, thus promoting social, …
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Fast fashion – What is behind a cheap price?
Nov. 3, 2022Did you know that cheap clothes hide these problems? As attractive as the low price and the fact …
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1ˢᵗ Edition of the newsletter "Graciosa - Biosphere Reserve"
Nov. 3, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change has just launched the first edition of a newsletter …
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Circular economy – Waste does not have to be trash!
Oct. 31, 2022The circular economy intends to introduce a product into a new life cycle. The concept of “circular fashion” …
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Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change presented the Investment Plan for 2023 in a partners meeting
Oct. 28, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, in a meeting with the Regional Council …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ's employees participated in training actions on chain saws handling, promoted by the Regional Directorate for Forest Resources (DRRF)
Oct. 28, 2022Read the full story on the DRRF website 👇
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LIFE VIDALIA welcomes users from Casa do Povo da Ribeirinha
Oct. 27, 2022On 14 October, the LIFE VIDALIA project received a group of users of Casa do Povo da Ribeirinha …
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Second-hand – Everyone deserves a second chance!
Oct. 27, 2022It is becoming increasingly fashionable to buy second-hand clothes, mainly through websites for the purpose, which makes the …
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LIFE VIDALIA supports a doctorate dedicated to the study of Vidalia and Azorean Lotus
Oct. 26, 2022The LIFE VIDALIA project received, on 18 October, students from a doctorate of the University of the Azores …
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From the Vineyards to the Sea Activity
Oct. 26, 2022Participate in this activity within the scope of the celebrations of the 14th anniversary of Graciosa Nature Park. …
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Fairtrade textile - What about a win-win?
Oct. 25, 2022Often, when we buy a product, we have no idea of the "journey" it takes until it reaches …
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Participation of LIFE BETTLES project in the Advisory Board of Pico and Terceira Nature Parks
Oct. 25, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project recently participated in the Advisory Boards of Pico and Terceira Nature Parks, as predicted …
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Microplastics - From textile to the sea in a laundry
Oct. 21, 2022Most textile products are made of synthetic plastic fibres, such as polyester. During the washing process, microplastic particles …
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Textile Consumption is in the top 4 in Europe's ranking of heaviest impact on the environment and climate change!
Oct. 20, 2022Stay tuned to our page to learn more about this impact and how you can help reverse it.
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We are already counting the days until Waste Week!
Oct. 19, 2022Over the next few weeks, until the end of Waste Week, we will be publishing various concepts and …
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Workshop on floral arrangements with invasive plants
Oct. 18, 202226 october | 19h30 – 21h00
Boqueirão Environmental Interpretation Centre
Registrations until 21 october, calling 292 241 440
Promoção: …
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LIFE BEETLES’s participation in the 2nd Technical Workshop of LIFE VIDALIA project
Oct. 17, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project participated in the 2nd Technical Workshop of the LIFE VIDALIA project: “Invasive Exotic Flora: …
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𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙝𝙪𝙨 𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙧𝙖𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙨 in the IUCN Green Status
Oct. 14, 2022Terceira Island’s beetle, a target species of the LIFE BEETLES project, has been classified as “Slightly Depleted”, according …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ promotes meeting with the Slovenian project LIFE IP CARE4CLIMATE
Oct. 14, 2022LIFE IP CLIMAZ project promoted a Networking visit with the LIFE IP CARE4CLIMATE project, coming from Slovenia, from …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA participates in the Advisory Boards of Faial, Pico and Terceira
Oct. 14, 2022In recent weeks, the project LIFE IP AZORES NATURA attended the advisory boards of Faial, Pico and Terceira …
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International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
Oct. 13, 2022In the Azores, the small size of the hydrographic basins, as well as the steep slopes and reduced …
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LIFE SNAILS participates in the 2nd LIFE VIDALIA technical workshop: Invasive Exotic Flora
Oct. 13, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change held another LIFE VIDALIA project technical workshop, entitled Invasive …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ promotes the VI General Project Management Meeting on São Miguel Island
Oct. 12, 2022The LIFE IP CLIMAZ project promoted the 6th General Project Management Meeting, at the Furnas Monitoring and Investigation …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA promotes initiative to mark the Ecology Day
Oct. 11, 2022Ecology Day emerged as a celebration of the 150th anniversary of Ecology in 2016, marked with a roundtable …
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LIFE VIDALIA 2nd technical workshop – Invasive Exotic Flora
Oct. 11, 2022Another technical workshop, promoted by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change through the LIFE VIDALIA …
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Team building of Wild Ginger sprouts removal in Lagoa Rasa
Oct. 10, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promoted a team-building activity last September on the island …
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Seed collection on the island of Flores reveals major contribution to the conservation of our biodiversity
Oct. 7, 2022Part of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project’s mission is to reinforce the populations of threatened species in …
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LIFE SNAILS promotes fieldwork with the scientific advisory team
Oct. 7, 2022Following the fieldwork promoted by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, under the LIFE SNAILS …
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Geosites bicycle tour in the Graciosa Island Biosphere Reserve
Oct. 6, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promoted the activity “Geosites bicycle tour” in the scope …
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“Ilha do Corvo Reserva da Biosfera”
Oct. 6, 2022Last September, corvo celebrated its 15th anniversary as a Biosphere Reserve. This classification recognizes territories distinguished by the …
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2nd Technical Eorkshop of the LIFE VIDALIA project
Oct. 4, 2022Join us online at https://bit.ly/3ydp25R.
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World Animal Day
Oct. 4, 2022World Animal Day aims to raise awareness of the need to protect and preserve the lives of all …
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SRAAC promotes Technical Seminar on Circular Economy
Oct. 4, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes on 6 and 7 October, in Praia da …
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Mistério da Prainha’s Fence on Pico island is finalised
Oct. 4, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, installed a …
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Applications for the "Espírito Verde" Awards are open!
Oct. 4, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change informs that applications for the "Espírito Verde" Awards are …
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National Water Day
Oct. 1, 2022Water is essential to the life of all living beings. This natural resource allows the conservation of biodiversity, …
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Environmental Education - Blue Flag
Sept. 29, 2022The latest conservation project of the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, LIFE SNAILS, recently presented …
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Today is the International Day of Awareness about Food Loss and Waste!
Sept. 29, 2022A year ago, the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change started the campaign “Combating Food Waste …
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2nd Technical Workshop of the LIFE VIDALIA project
Sept. 29, 2022The LIFE VIDALIA Project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, promotes the 2nd …
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“Capelinhos Volcano was responsible for the creation of a unique natural heritage,” says Alonso Miguel
Sept. 28, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change said Tuesday that the eruption of the Capelinhos Volcano …
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65th anniversary of the Capelinhos Volcano Eruption
Sept. 27, 2022Exactly 65 years ago, what would be the most famous volcano of the century erupted from the sea …
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Goal 15 – Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
Sept. 27, 2022Unfortunately, on public roads, we still find garbage on the ground that, besides polluting our cities, ends up …
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Goal 14 – Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development
Sept. 26, 2022Over the past few years, disposable plastic packaging has increased exponentially. When they become waste, plastics end up …
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Alonso Miguel participates in coastal cleaning action on São Miguel that removes more than three tons of marine litter
Sept. 26, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, participated last Thursday in a coastal cleaning …
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Goal 13 – Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
Sept. 25, 2022Today we present another goal directly linked to the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project, of which the Regional Secretariat …
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Goal – 12 Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Sept. 24, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the Waste Management Division, develops and implements waste …
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Goal 11 – Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
Sept. 23, 2022We can contribute to amore sustainable community by choosing greener modes of transportation that have a low impact …
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Voluntary work on Terceira island with the project LIFE BEETLES!
Sept. 23, 2022The LIFE BEETLES promoted an environment volunteering action of control and removal of invasive flora on the Eucaliptal …
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Celebratory activities for the 65th anniversary of the Capelinhos Volcano
Sept. 23, 2022Next Tuesday, 27 September, celebrate with us the 65th anniversary of the Capelinhos Volcano. This volcanic episode, which …
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Goal 7 – Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
Sept. 22, 2022This goal is directly linked to he LIFE IP CLIMAZ, of which the Regional Secretary for the Environment …
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European Car Free Day
Sept. 22, 2022On this European Car Free Day, the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project encourages the entire Azorean population to …
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Alonso Miguel projects on Tenerife the creation of an International Union for Conservation of Nature Cooperation Centre for the Macaronesia
Sept. 22, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, participated Wednesday on Tenerife, Canary Islands, in …
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Goal 6 – Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
Sept. 21, 2022Everyone has a leading role in water and sewerage management since everything we pour into plumbing influences their …
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Webinar "One territory, two UNESCO classifications"
Sept. 21, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, in a partnership with Graciosa Island Biosphere Reserve and …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA promotes a briefing session on Corvo island
Sept. 20, 2022LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project was doing fieldwork last week on Corvo island. During this visit, a briefing …
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“Biosphere Reserves are important tools to ensure the protection of natural and cultural heritage”, argues Alonso Miguel
Sept. 20, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, highlighted this Sunday, on Graciosa, that the Biosphere Reserves, …
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LIFE BEETLES attends Farmer's Day
Sept. 20, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project participated in the celebrations of Farmer’s Day, on 9 and 10 September, on the …
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Goal 2 – End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
Sept. 20, 2022We relate this sustainable development goal to the "Fighting Food Waste in the Azores" campaign of the Regional …
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Sustainable Development Goals
Sept. 19, 2022The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 2030 Agenda set global sustainable development priorities and ambitions for 2030, …
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International Coastal Clean-up Day
Sept. 17, 2022International Coastal Clean-up Day was created to raise awareness about the problem of marine litter, which is highly …
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Applications for the Miosotis Azores Award are open again!
Sept. 16, 2022The Azores Government promotes annually, through the Regional Secretariat of the Environment and Climate Change, an edition of …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ present at the Summer CEmp on Ribeira Grande, São Miguel
Sept. 16, 2022The LIFE IP CLIMAZ project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, attended the …
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International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer
Sept. 16, 2022🇬🇧 Today we celebrate International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, which highlights the relevance …
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Summit between the Regional Governments of the Azores and Madeira
Sept. 15, 2022As part of the Summit between the Regional Governments of the Azores and Madeira, which ended yesterday, the …
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New invasive flora species detected on Faial
Sept. 15, 2022At the end of August, a new invasive flora species was detected on the island of Faial - …
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Networking meeting of LIFE IP CLIMAZ and LIFE IP CARE4CLIMATE
Sept. 14, 2022The LIFE IP CLIMAZ project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, met with …
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Ecology Day
Sept. 14, 2022This day is celebrated to bring Ecology closer to society's ecologists towards the construction of a more sustainable …
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15 Years of Corvo Biosphere Reserve
Sept. 13, 2022The island of Corvo received the Biosphere Reserve classification 15 years ago, recognition by UNESCO through the MaB …
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15 Years of the Graciosa Biosphere Reserve
Sept. 12, 2022On 18 September, we celebrated 15 years since the island of Graciosa received the classification of Biosphere Reserve. …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA celebrates the International Bat Night
Sept. 9, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, joined the …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA receives 5th monitoring visit
Sept. 8, 2022On 2, 5 and 6 September, the LIFE IPA AZORES NATURA project received, on the islands of São …
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Alonso Miguel announces the Action Plan for the Conservation of Nyctalus azoreum
Sept. 8, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, celebrated, at Alagoa, Agualva, on Terceira island, …
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Monitoring the impact of nature conservation actions
Sept. 6, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project carries out periodically the monitoring of invertebrates through two types of traps: pitfall and …
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Ecology Day
Sept. 6, 2022The Portuguese Ecological Society (SPECO) promotes Ecology Day: the largest and only initiative entirely dedicated to Ecology. The …
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Why are we excluding wall lizards?
Sept. 5, 2022The Madeira Lizard (Teira dugesii) is a species introduced in the Azores that presents invasive behaviour. …
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The 14th European Week for Waste Reduction and the 13th Azores’ Waste Week already have a registration date!
Sept. 5, 2022This year the European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR) and the Azores’ Waste Week, promoted in the Region …
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Alonso Miguel visited the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project's intervention area in Lagoa do Fogo
Sept. 5, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, visited today the intervention area of the …
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Congratulations to the Serra de Santa Bárbara Interpretation Centre!
Sept. 3, 2022Watch the video here.
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Construction of a shade house in Furnas Orchard
Sept. 2, 2022Construction of a shade house in Furnas Orchard
Within the framework of action C3.2 "In-situ conservation" of the …
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Eco-Schools programme awards 53 schools in the Azores
Aug. 31, 2022The Associação Bandeira Azul da Europa (ABAE) awarded this year 53 of the 58 schools of the Autonomous …
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Technical Seminar on Circular Economy takes place on Praia da Vitória on 6 and 7 October 2022 - registrations are open until 20 September
Aug. 30, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes, on 6 and 7 October 2022, on Praia …
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Learning, playing and helping Nature!
Aug. 30, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project promoted a set of environmental awareness activities, within the scope of the vacation programmes …
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Congratulations to the Caldeira Velha Environmental Interpretation Centre!
Aug. 29, 2022Veja o vídeo aqui.
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LIFE SNAILS project promotes active environmental citizenship
Aug. 29, 2022One of the significant contributions to the project's success is the involvement of the local population, especially the …
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International Bat Night
Aug. 25, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change celebrates the International Bat Night with a set of …
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A population of Isoëtes azorica was found on Flores island
Aug. 25, 2022The LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project confirmed the existence of a population of the endemic and protected species …
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Conservation works on Ilhéu da Vila, Santa Maria
Aug. 24, 2022The Ilhéu da Vila (islet9 is one of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project's intervention areas. Here occur …
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Start giving packaging a new value!
Aug. 24, 20221 - Pick up your card at any RIAC shop.
2 - Deposit your plastic, metal and glass …
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LIFE SNAILS shows progress and plans new actions
Aug. 23, 2022The most recent LIFE project in the Azores has been developing in the last months, a set of …
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O Centro de Interpretação da Cultura do Ananás está de parabéns!
Aug. 23, 2022Veja o vídeo aqui.
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AMAR a PRAIA - Concurso de práticas sustentáveis
Aug. 22, 2022A Associação Bandeira Azul da Europa e a P&G Portugal lançaram a 2ª edição do concurso Amar a …
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O Centro de Interpretação Ambiental Dalberto Pombo está de parabéns!
Aug. 21, 2022Veja o vídeo aqui.
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LIFE SNAILS project’s target species
Aug. 18, 2022This project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, has as its main goal …
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The Regional Directorate for the Environment and Climate Change recently joined the Transnational Strategy for fighting against 𝑪𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂 𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒂𝒏𝒂
Aug. 18, 2022The Cortaderia selloana is an invasive alien species that spread fast in the last decades, where areas with …
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Congratulations to the Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre!
Aug. 17, 2022Watch the video here: https://bit.ly/3pyqMl7
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Congratulations to the São Miguel Wild Birds Rehabilitation Centre (CERAS)!
Aug. 17, 2022This centre, which celebrates today its 6ᵗʰ birthday, belongs to the Azores Wild Birds Rehabilitation Centres Network, which …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA participates in the Flores Nature Park Advisory Board
Aug. 16, 2022This project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, participated in one more advisory …
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Day Against Pollution
Aug. 14, 2022The Day Against Pollution celebrated on 14 August aims to raise the population's awareness of the importance of …
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Controlling 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙖 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙢 in Mistério da Prainha
Aug. 11, 2022The operational team of the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, within the LIFE BEETLES project, …
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Azores Government inaugurates the Fajã da Caldeira de Santo Cristo Support, Accommodation and Rest Zone
Aug. 8, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, inaugurated last Friday, on São Jorge, the …
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Participation of the LIFE BEETLES project in the Flores Nature Park Advisory Board
July 28, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, recently participated in …
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National Nature Conservation Day
July 28, 2022The 9 islands of the Azores constitute an extremely rich natural heritage, in which a higher number of …
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LIFE BEETLES promotes volunteering and team exchange action
July 27, 2022The LIFE BEETLES project promoted an environmental volunteering action to plant trees in the Lagoa do Caiado Intervention …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA present at the São Jorge Nature Park Advisory Board
July 26, 2022The LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project participated in the São Jorge Advisory Board, where it presented the more …
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LIFE VIDALIA promotes volunteering action with APADIF in the Rare Plants Nursery
July 26, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promoted two volunteering sessions in the Rare Plants Nursery …
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First prospection and monitoring visit of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project's to Ilhéu do Topo, São Jorge
July 21, 2022Within the scope of the actions C6.1 – Restoring islet seabirds' habitat; C8.1 – Control and eradication …
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Jardins Mais Endémicos's winner units visited by LIFE VIDALIA
July 19, 2022The team of the LIFE VIDALIA project visited the lodging units that won the contest Jardins Mais Endémicos …
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Azorean Government presents redevelopment project of the Lagoa do Congro Landscaped Forest
July 13, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, presented yesterday the project for the requalification …
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July 11, 2022O Governo Regional dos Açores, através da Secretaria Regional do Ambiente e Alterações Climáticas, informa que no dia …
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Alonso Miguel visits the new access to Porto Pim Beach
July 8, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, visited the new entry to Porto Pim …
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18ª edição anual do workshop internacional – Paleontologia em Ilhas Atlânticas
July 6, 2022A 18ª edição anual do workshop internacional – Paleontologia em Ilhas Atlânticas (18ºPAI) irá decorrerá em Santa Maria, …
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German university participates in action of the LIFE BEETLES
July 4, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the LIFE BEETLES project’s team, welcomed a group …
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International Plastic Bag Free Day
July 3, 2022On this International Plastic Bag Free Day, the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change appeals …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes the monitoring of pristine areas on Pico island
July 1, 2022In order to detect possible outbreaks of invasive species, the operational team of the LIFE BEETLES project recently …
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Azorean Government awards 31 prizes under the "Eco-Freguesia, Freguesia Limpa" Programme
July 1, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, distinguished, Wednesday, several parish councils of the …
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Congratulations to the Furnas Monitoring and Research Centre!
July 1, 2022Localized on the south bank of Lagoa das Furnas (lake), this Environmental Centre has available for visitors detailed …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA reinforces populations of Lactuca watsoniana on Pico Island
July 1, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, carried out …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ present at the Advisory Board of Graciosa Nature Park
June 30, 2022LIFE IP CLIMAZ, a project coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, was present …
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Congratulations to the Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture Interpretation Centre!
June 29, 2022Inaugurated in 2010, aiming to be an information point about the Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture, …
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Regional Government hosts the National Ceremony of the "Green Key" Programme at the Furnas Monitoring and Research Centre
June 22, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, chaired on Tuesday the national ceremony of …
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Congratulations to the Corvo Wild Birds Interpretation Centre!
June 21, 2022This Environmental Centre was inaugurated in 2007 as the Corvo Environmental and Cultural Interpretation Centre. Later, in 2019, …
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Natural regeneration of native forest on Terceira island
June 21, 2022The Eucaliptal do Algar do Carvão is one of the intervention areas of the LIFE BEETLES project on …
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Congratulations to the Monte da Guia Complex!
June 20, 2022This complex, which today celebrates nine years of existence, is located on Faial in the Monte da Guia …
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Sustainable Gastronomy Day
June 18, 2022On this Sustainable Gastronomy Day, the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change recalls the "Fight …
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Today we celebrate the Lagoa do Fogo Nature Reserve's 40th anniversary!
June 18, 2022The Lagoa do Fogo was classified as a Reserve on 15 April 1974. However, with the new legislation …
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Alonso Miguel delivers water line maintenance equipment as part of the "A Minha Ribeira" project
June 17, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, delivered today equipment for the maintenance of …
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World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
June 17, 2022If, on the one hand, the Azores face flooding due to overflow and clogged rivers, on the other …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA present at the Graciosa Nature Park Advisory Board
June 15, 2022The LIFE IP AZORES NATURA, a project coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ present at the “Climate Change Challenge in Insular Regions” seminar
June 14, 2022The LIFE IP CLIMAZ management team travelled to the island of Porto Santo to present in the “Climate …
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"Energy transition in the Azores" Webinar - LIFE IP CLIMAZ
June 13, 2022The LIFE IP CLIMAZ Project promoted a debate on energy transition in the Azores through a webinar, in …
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Congratulations to the Lagoa das Sete Cidades Environmental Complex!
June 1, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change celebrates today the 8th anniversary of the Lagoa das …
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Alonso Miguel presents an initiative for the free giving of intelligent electric water heaters on Graciosa
May 31, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, presided yesterday at the public session for …
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Public session with agricultural entrepreneurs on Pico Island
May 30, 2022Within the scope of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA and LIFE BEETLES projects, the Regional Secretariat for the …
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“Environment’s path” activity
May 30, 2022On 5 June we celebrate World Environment Day: a date created half a century ago at the 1st …
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Congratulations to the Flores Island Biosphere Reserve!
May 27, 2022Biosphere Reserves are marine and/or terrestrial ecosystems areas recognised by the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme of …
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Congratulation to the Gruta das Torres Visitors Centre!
May 25, 2022Opened in 2005, the Gruta das Torres Visitors Centre is the gateway to the largest lava tube in …
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European Day of Parks
May 24, 2022Today marks the European Day of Parks! A date that promotes various activities and events in all …
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Regional Government received the COOL Açores report with proposals for a clean and healthy ocean
May 23, 2022On the European Maritime Day, the Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, received the …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes prevention measures for extreme weather events on São Jorge
May 23, 2022The management team of the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project went o São Jorge island for a meeting with …
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European Maritime Day
May 20, 2022The LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, of which the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change is …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change present at the Feira de Ambiente
May 20, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change participates in the V Edition of the Feira de …
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International Museum Day
May 18, 2022This date aims to raise awareness of the importance of museums as a means of cultural exchange, enriching …
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The LIFE Programme celebrates its 30ᵗʰ anniversary!
May 18, 2022Next 21 May is the anniversary of the LIFE Programme, and the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and …
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Alonso Miguel inaugurated the Deposit System for Non-reusable Beverage Packaging in the Azores
May 17, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, inaugurated today on the Zona Verde do …
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2ⁿᵈ EDITION – Online training course on Photovoltaic Solar Energy
May 16, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project, joins the Regional …
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International Day of Light
May 16, 2022Make saving energy part of your morning routine and contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Find out more …
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Environmental education actions promoted by LIFE BEETLES
May 16, 2022Environmental education and awareness are crucial for the success of the nature conservation actions of the LIFE BEETLES …
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Waste Management Division participates in a training session on biowaste management
May 16, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the Waste Management Division, participated in the internal …
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Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change visited the cleaning algae removal works at Porto Pim Beach
May 13, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, visited Porto Pim Beach to follow the …
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LIFE BEETLES promotes training action on Natural Engineering Techniques
May 13, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promoted a training action on Natural Engineering Techniques on …
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Congratulations to the Gruta do Carvão!
May 11, 2022This Natural Monument, which currently constitutes a protected area of the São Miguel Nature Park, celebrates its 17.º …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA begins restoration works at Lagoa do Fogo
May 11, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change proceed to another extensive conservation and habitat restoration action, …
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Bird callers and shelters for terns installed on Azorean islets
May 6, 2022At the beginning of the terns’ reproduction season, the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through …
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Government of the Azores triplicates funds of the “Eco Freguesia, Freguesia limpa” programme
May 5, 2022The “Eco Freguesia, Freguesia limpa” programme, promoted by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, aims …
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Planting endemic flora and reusing invasive flora biomass
April 29, 2022In the beginning of April, the LIFE BEETLES planted 60 specimens of endemic flora, mainly Azorean laurustinus ( …
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Reinforcement of a𝘈𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢 𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘴 population at the top of Caldeira do Faial (caldera)
April 29, 2022The LIFE IP AZORES NATURA, of which the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change is the …
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Discovery of a new population of Asplenium hemionitis on São Jorge
April 27, 2022The LIFE IP AZORES NATURA, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, carried out …
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Azores Parliament approves the proposal of the Regional Government for the creation of the Legal and Financial Regime of Support for Climate Emergencies
April 26, 2022During the April plenary meeting of the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, the proposal …
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International Mother Earth Day and National Geologic Heritage Day
April 22, 2022Today we celebrate both International Mother Earth Day and National Geologic Heritage Day.
The International Mother Earth …
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Understanding Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture: the tidal wells
April 22, 2022Tidal wells are some of the references of the Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture – World …
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ERSARA seminar contributes to improving the water resources and waste management, says Alonso Miguel
April 21, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change presided yesterday at the opening session of the 6th …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA develops conservations actions for the species Euphorbia santamariae
April 20, 2022LIFE IP AZORES NATURA develops conservations actions for the species Euphorbia santamariae
The Regional Secretariat for the Environment …
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Congratulations to the Terceira Nature Park!
April 20, 2022Created 11 years ago to preserve and promote the sustainable use of the island's natural heritage, this Nature …
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Understanding the Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture
April 18, 2022The Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture was classified as World Heritage by UNESCO in 2004, based …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ promotes online training courses
April 14, 2022Within the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project, the Regional Directorate for Energy, a project's associated beneficiary, will promote two …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ visited the São Roque do Pico Basic and Secondary School
April 12, 2022On 5 April, the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change was at the São Roque do …
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Pollinators on the endemic flora of the Azores
April 11, 2022With the arrival of Spring, pollinating insects also arrive. These petite living beings essential to life promote the …
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LIFE VIDALIA em exposicao in the Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre
April 11, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change invites you to visit the itinerant exhibition of the …
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Alonso Miguel inaugurates the restoration works of the Juncal's Mill on Pico
April 8, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, seized the symbolism of the National Mills …
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Inauguration of the Juncal's Mill on Lajes do Pico
April 7, 2022Today is National Mills Day, and the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, in cooperation with …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA promotes the regeneration of one of the largest populations of Ammi trifoliatum of the Azores
April 6, 2022The mechanical removal of invasive species, namely Hedychium gardnerianum and Rubus ulmifolius, that were in the Ponta …
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Congratulations to the Furna do Enxofre Visitors Centre!
April 5, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change celebrates today the 12th anniversary of the Visitors Centre …
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House of Fossils // Dalberto Pombo Environmental Interpretation Centre welcomes the CineEco Festival
April 4, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, in partnership with the Expolab – Centro Ciência Viva, …
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Removal of invasive species at Fajã do Araújo on São Miguel
April 1, 2022The LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, in collaboration with the São Miguel Environment and Climate Change Service, promoted …
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3rd LIFE BEETLES monitoring visit
April 1, 2022Last week, the LIFE BEETLES team met on Flores island with the monitor of the agency NEEMO – …
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The government and "Os Montanheiros" association signed the construction contracts of the Algar do Carvão Environmental Interpretation Centre
March 30, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change signed on Tuesday, in Angra do Heroísmo, the contract …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ supports Azorean municipalities in the implementation of actions to combat climate change
March 30, 2022In a partnership between the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change and the Municipality of Vila …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA presented to a group of French students
March 29, 2022On 7 March, the Regional Directorate for Sea Affairs, a LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project's associative beneficiary, …
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Capelinhos Volcano – Natural Monuments for three years
March 28, 2022On 27 March 2019, the recent volcano of the Azores received the natural monument classification.
The Capelinhos Volcano …
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Volunteer activity of endemic planting on Terceira
March 28, 2022As part of the international event “Trees for the World”, LIFE IP AZORES NATURA promoted the planting of …
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São Jorge Nature Park anniversary
March 28, 2022Sao Jorge Nature Park celebrates today its 11th anniversary, having been created by Regional Legislative Decree no. 8/2011/A, …
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LIFE SNAILS participates in the CRADS for the first time
March 25, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change met on 3 March for the Regional Council for …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA was present in the CRADS
March 25, 2022The Regional Council for the Environment and Sustainable Development – CRADS is a consultative body attended annually by …
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LIFE VIDALIA present in the CRADS
March 25, 2022The LIFE VIDALIA presented the project's progress to the Councillors present at the periodic meeting of the Regional …
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Participation of the LIFE BEETLES in the CRADS
March 25, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change held another Regional Council for the Environment and Sustainable …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ participates in the CRADS
March 25, 2022The LIFE IP CLIMAZ team travelled to São Miguel island in order to participate in the Regional Council …
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“Finding the Stream” activity
March 24, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes several environmental awareness activities between 25 and 28 …
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Furnas do Enxofre and Algar do Carvão – Natural Monuments for 18 years
March 23, 2022On 23 March 2004, the Furnas do Enxofre and the Algar do Carvão were classified as nautral monuments. …
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Flores Nature Park celebrates its 11th anniversary
March 23, 2022On 23 March 2011, the Flores Nature Park was created, through Regional Legislative Decree no. 8/2011/A, aiming at …
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World Water Day
March 22, 2022In 1993 the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development implemented World Water Day.
This year's theme …
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Governo Regional dos Açores associa-se à comemoração do Dia Mundial da Água
March 22, 2022Today is World Water Day under the theme "Groundwater - making the invisible visible". This day was established …
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International Day of Forests
March 21, 2022The International Day of Forests was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly on 21 March 2012.
The …
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Cory's shearwater recovered and returned to nature
March 18, 2022On 3 March, one Cory's shearwater (Calonectris borealis) was found on the island of São Jorge …
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Climb to Furna Abrigo
March 17, 2022As part of the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the classification of the Pico Mountain Nature Reserve, …
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Measures to reduce the consumption of single-use products and to promote reuse and recycling
March 15, 2022The approval of the Regional Legislative Decree no. 5/2022/A, of 4 March establishes measures to reduce the consumption …
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Deposit System for Beverage Packaging in the Azores
March 14, 2022Soon in your council will be installed the reverse logistics machines of the Deposit System for Beverage Packaging …
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LIFE VIDALIA partners with Pousada Forte da Horta
March 14, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, within the LIFE VIDALIA project's actions and with the …
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Consulta pública do Programa Estratégico de Prevenção e Gestão de Resíduos dos Açores 20+ (PEPGRA 20+)
March 7, 2022O Governo Regional, através da Direção Regional do Ambiente e Alterações Climáticas, pertencente à Secretaria Regional do Ambiente …
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World Wildlife Day
March 3, 2022In 2013, the United Nations proclaimed March 3 as World Wildlife Day. This year, under the theme …
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Regional Council for the Environment and Sustainable Development met in Ponta Delgada
March 3, 2022The Regional Secretary of Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, met today, in Ponta Delgada, the Regional Council …
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Meeting with the Advisory Board of the LIFE BEETLES project
March 3, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change met with, once again, the Advisory Board of the …
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Estão abertas as candidaturas ao programa “Eco-Freguesia, Freguesia limpa”
March 2, 2022A Secretaria Regional do Ambiente e Alterações Climáticas anuncia que as candidaturas ao programa “Eco-Freguesia, Freguesia Limpa”, a …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA successfully carries out propagation trials
March 2, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change continues to take significant steps on nature conservation, producing …
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Alonso Miguel e Ana Carvalho assinam auto de consignação da empreitada de requalificação do Miradouro da Ferraria
Feb. 28, 2022O Secretário Regional do Ambiente e Alterações Climáticas, Alonso Miguel, e a Secretária Regional das Obras Públicas e …
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Waste Processing Centers on Pico and Faial islands awarded in the “Best Performance, More Recycling” contest
Feb. 24, 2022The Waste Processing Center (WPC) on the islands of Pico and Faial were highlighted in the “Best Performance, …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA promotes training courses in first aid
Feb. 23, 2022In order to provide LIFE IP AZORES NATURA's staff working in the field, especially in sites of difficult …
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LIFE BEETLES project hosts Erasmus programme
Feb. 22, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes knowledge exchange through its projects and availability to …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ began the preparation of the intervention and clearing works of several streams of the Azores
Feb. 18, 2022The flooding risks and consequent damage to the communities near riparian zones are increasingly a concern to the …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change on the front line of ecological restoration and combating invasive flora in the Azores
Feb. 15, 2022The invasive flora species have a strong dispersion ability, being very competitive and able to put at risk …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA promotes phytopharmaceutical application training
Feb. 11, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, in order …
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Purchases of new electric cars increased 81% in 2021
Feb. 10, 2022In the Azores, the acquisition of new electric cars increased 81% in 2021 compared to 2020, totaling 269 …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ presents new measures to implement
Feb. 7, 2022The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promoted the fourth general meeting of the LIFE IP …
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“Discover to preserve our Wetlands” activity helps to reforest the Lagoa do Caiado
Feb. 7, 2022To commemorate World Wetlands Day, the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promoted an endemic species …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA was present in the "Discover to preserve our Wetlands" activity
Feb. 7, 2022This was a weekend filled with activities promoted by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change highlights the fundamental role of park rangers in the Azores
Feb. 3, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, highlighted today, on São Miguel, the role …
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National Park Rangers Day
Feb. 2, 2022Today is the day when the work done by Park Rangers is praised in our country. This special …
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World Wetlands Day
Feb. 2, 2022Wetlands are among the richest and most productive ecosystems in the world in terms of biological diversity, water …
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National Park Rangers Day
Feb. 2, 2022On this day, the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change pays tribute to the guardians of …
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“Environmental Education is one of the pillars of civic education for citizens”, praises Alonso Miguel
Jan. 27, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, underlined today that “environmental education corresponds to …
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Alonso Miguel asks everyone to commit to the “complex challenge” of implementing a new management paradigm in land use
Jan. 20, 2022The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, accompanied by the Regional Director for Spatial …
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Government of the Azores approves measures to reduce single-use plastics
Jan. 14, 2022The Regional Government of the Azores approved today, in the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the …
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The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change gives more Azores to lodgings by awarding six landscape architecture projects
Jan. 6, 2022Aiming to raise the lodging units' awareness of the necessity of conservation and promotion of the Azorean flora, …
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Azores Environmental Centers Network closure
Dec. 16, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change informs that the Azores Environmental Centres Network will be closed …
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Is moss picking a tradition in your family for the Christmas nativity scene?
Dec. 10, 2021If so, this year we bring you a more environmentally friendly alternative.
Moss is a fundamental part of …
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Did you know that there are edible flowers in the Azores?
Dec. 9, 2021Most likely, you have seen Tropaeolum majus on the most diverse landscapes of the Azorean islands, generally under …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change present in the 2nd Edition of COOL Açores
Dec. 9, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, participated in the 2nd Edition of COOL Azores, …
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Rare and endemic arthropods found in the Archipelago
Dec. 7, 2021Rare and endemic arthropods found in the Archipelago
The various actions carried out by the LIFE BEETLES have …
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Regional Government signs a protocol with the University of the Azores on Land Use Capacity Digital Cartography
Dec. 7, 2021The Regional Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariats for Agriculture and Rural Development and for the …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change marked 12ᵗʰ Waste Week in the Azores with 96 actions
Dec. 3, 2021Between 20 and 28 November another Waste Week took place in the Azores, as part of the 13ᵗʰ European …
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Did you know that...
Dec. 3, 2021the genus Sphagnum spp. includes 15 native species and one endemic species of the Azores?
Unique to the …
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𝙋𝙪𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙖 𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙩𝙖 – New invasive species detected on São Miguel already being removed
Dec. 2, 2021With the early detection of the Pueraria labata (kudzu) and the fast response of removal of …
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Innovative loggerhead turtle tagging project
Nov. 27, 2021On November 18 and 19, 2021, at the Live Fish Station - Porto Pim Aquarium, the Regional Secretariat …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ website is launched
Nov. 26, 2021Presented during the last monitoring visit, the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project website is now online and available for …
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12ᵗʰ Azores Waste Week
Nov. 25, 2021Are you familiar with the concept Restart Party? This is a good example of sustainable environmental practices that …
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Fight Food Waste in the Azores
Nov. 24, 2021This is a favourable season for consumption, particularly regarding food.
We know that this is the time of …
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The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change’s LIFE projects continue to present excellent results
Nov. 24, 2021One more successful monitoring visit! The team of NEEMO – Monitoring LIFE Projects and Communicating about the LIFE …
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Removal in the Algar do Carvão eucalyptus forest
Nov. 19, 2021This area consists of a forest of about 5000 common eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) that can reach …
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What are they doing at Monte da Guia?
Nov. 19, 2021We will answer the question that will be asked in the coming days. Next week, a control action …
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Park Ranger in action
Nov. 15, 2021Autumn is the cory's shearwater (𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘴) juveniles' migration period to the southern hemisphere, as their progenitors started …
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Strategic Environmental Evaluation of the Azores Watershed Management Plan 2022-2027
Nov. 12, 2021The Regional Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change/Regional Directorate for …
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A new invasive flora species was found in the Azores
Nov. 12, 2021The Park Rangers Corps identified, for the first time, the existence of a highly invasive species – the …
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Tasting the tradition of the Flores Island Biosphere Reserve
Nov. 12, 2021It was on the Ribeira do Pomar Windmill that the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change creates support for lodgings that adopt good environmental practices
Nov. 10, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes, from 10 to 30 November, the contest Jardins …
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Road interruption notice
Nov. 9, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, within the scope of the LIFE BEETLES project, will …
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Alonso Miguel participated in the “Primer Congresso International de los Óceanos” on the Canary Islands
Nov. 8, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, participated last week in the “Primer Congresso …
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LIFE projects unite the Azores and Madeira archipelagos
Nov. 5, 2021One of the LIFE VIDALIA's goals, developed in the Azores, is to establish partnerships with various entities and …
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Public sessions of clarification of the alteration of the Regional Water Programme of the Autonomous Region of the Azores and the Azores Watershed Management Plan proposal
Nov. 4, 2021The Regional Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change/Regional Directorate for …
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The insects “invaded” Flores and Pico
Nov. 4, 2021The “invasion” took place at the Boqueirão Environmental Interpretation Centre and the Gruta das Torres Visitors Centre during …
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Plan for the environment presented at the Regional Council for the Environment and Sustainable Development
Nov. 3, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, presented this Tuesday the Region's Investments Plan …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change with positive results on the evaluation of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project
Nov. 3, 2021Within the scope of the 4th LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project monitoring visit, a group of European Union's …
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We planted 240 trees, here and there!
Oct. 28, 2021The voluntary action “Plant Here, Plant There”, promoted by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, …
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Fight Food Waste in the Azores
Oct. 27, 2021Do you have already pumpkins for this weekend's decorations?
Collect your seeds and have pumpkins grown by yourself. No …
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Walking trail that connects Algar do Carvão to Furnas do Enxofre inaugurated, on Terceira
Oct. 18, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, inaugurated, today, the walking trail that connects …
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Government of the Azores celebrates World Food Day - "The Planet needs us."
Oct. 16, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promoted, on World Food Day, an activity within the …
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International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
Oct. 13, 2021It is increasingly evident that the planet is affected by natural disasters that result from climate change. These …
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Installation of artificial nests for seabirds on Graciosa
Oct. 11, 2021One of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA’s goals is to contribute to the growth of the population of …
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Seed collection of native species on several Azorean islands
Oct. 9, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change has been developing a set of works in the …
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Our species – 𝘼𝙨𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙪𝙢 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙪𝙢
Oct. 8, 2021Today, we present to you one more of the native and endemic species of the Azores that you …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ contributes to achieving the European Union’s goals for 2030
Oct. 7, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change intends to cooperate in the achievement of the goals …
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𝘏𝘦𝘥𝘺𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘶𝘮 – a threat to the Azorean biodiversity
Oct. 6, 2021The “Congas” or “False-ginger” (Hedychium spp.) are among the 50 most dangerous exotic species of Macaronesia (Silva …
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World Animal Day
Oct. 4, 2021Everything started in Italy, at a ecologists' conference in Florence in 1931, where was decided that 4 October …
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XIX Iberian Congress of Entomology
Oct. 1, 2021The LIFE BEETLES project was part of the XIX Iberian Congress of Entomology, which main goal is sharing …
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Sustainability Charter is "a treaty of inspirational and guidance norms" for the Azores, valorises José Manuel Bolieiro
Oct. 1, 2021The president of the Regional Government of the Azores, José Manuel Bolieiro, defended on Thursday night that the …
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Prémios Espírito Verde – Valorizar o compromisso ambiental dos açorianos
Oct. 1, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change already began the applications period for the "Espírito Verde" …
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National Water Day
Oct. 1, 2021Can you imagine your life without water?
This day intends to highlight the importance that water has in …
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Fighting Food Waste in the Azores
Sept. 29, 2021Today we celebrate the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, created in 2020 by FAO …
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EuroBirdwatch 2021 Activities
Sept. 28, 2021The largest European event dedicated to birdwatching takes place next weekend!
The EuroBirdwatch, already in its 22nd edition, …
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European Car Free Day
Sept. 22, 2021This commemorative date is included in the European Mobility Week that, this year, takes place from 16 to …
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EuroBioBlitz 2021 Challenge: can you identify flora species?
Sept. 20, 2021If your answer is yes, this challenge is for you.
The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate …
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International Coastal Clean-up Day
Sept. 18, 2021Celebrated every year on the third Saturday of September, this date aims to create awareness on the population …
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World Water Monitoring Day
Sept. 18, 2021Established with the objective of alerting the world population to the urgent need of protecting the water resources, …
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Caldeira da Serra de Santa Bárbara Intervention Area, Terceira
Sept. 17, 2021We present one of our intervention areas, the Caldeira da Serra de Santa Bárbara, localized on the Serra …
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We have already installed traps in every intervention area!
Sept. 17, 2021Rodents are invasive fauna species that represent a serious threat to the Azorina vidalii and to the Lotus …
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Art born from waste!
Sept. 16, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, and the …
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The fragile gas shield that protects the Earth
Sept. 16, 2021The Regional Secretariat for Environment and Climate Change celebrates today the International Day for the Preservation of the …
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LIFE IP CLIMAZ plans actions until the end of 2022
Sept. 14, 2021On the occasion of the 3 ͬ ͩ general meeting of the LIFE IP CLIMAZ, in which the coordinating …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change celebrated the 25 ͭ ͪ International Bat Night
Sept. 14, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change celebrated the International Bat Night, promoting the action “Unveil …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment recommends measures to minimize bad odours in Prolacto
Sept. 8, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change visited today the facilities of Prolacto, meeting with the …
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José Manuel Bolieiro evokes the life and work of the researcher Frederico Machado, in a ceremony on Faial
Sept. 3, 2021Today, the President of the Regional Government of the Azores, José Manuel Bolieiro, congratuleted the "life and work" …
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Registrations for the 13th European Week for Waste Reduction and the 12th Azores' Waste Week open until 12 November
Sept. 3, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes, between 20 and 28 November 2021, the 13th …
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The 𝙂𝙪𝙞𝙖 𝙙𝙤 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙙𝙤𝙧 𝙇𝙄𝙁𝙀 𝙄𝙋 𝘼𝙕𝙊𝙍𝙀𝙎 𝙉𝘼𝙏𝙐𝙍𝘼 is already available!
Sept. 2, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change develops environmental education actions on schools, which reflect its …
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Installation of pitfall traps to capture arthropods in the intervention areas
Sept. 2, 2021Within the monitoring works carried out by the LIFE BEETLES project, pitfall traps were set up on the …
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Monitoring of marine biodiversity of the Azores
Sept. 2, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change began monitoring the marine biodiversity, through the Atlânticoline's ship …
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Alonso Miguel and Pedro de Faria e Castro met with the Director-General of UNESCO
Aug. 26, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, and the Regional Under Secretary of the …
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Regional Director for the Environment and Climate Change participates in a activity with Junior Park Rangers.
Aug. 25, 2021The Regional Director for the Environment and Climate Change, Ana Cristina Rodrigues, was present at the awareness activity …
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New reservation platform to access the Caldeira Velha Natural Monument
Aug. 20, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change has developed an online platform, which allows quick and …
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Mitigation of Climate Change in the Azores
Aug. 9, 2021Climate change is a problem worldwide, and its consequences, as we all know, are increasingly devastating.
In the …
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Arthropods matter
Aug. 6, 2021The human being depends highly on the natural equilibrium to be able to survive on the planet.
Sometimes …
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Increased greenhouse gas emissions: what are the causes?
Aug. 6, 2021To fight against this problem, the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project will promote the production of renewable energy and …
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The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change has taken another big step towards the conservation of the endemic flora of the Azores!
Aug. 5, 2021For the first time, the Faial Botanic Garden has been cultivating the Angelica lignescens species, in its collection of …
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Invasive plants identification workshop
July 31, 2021The La Palma Biosphere Reserve developed a workshop aimed at the identification of invasive or potentially invasive plants, …
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Today we celebrate World Nature Conservation Day!
July 28, 2021Created by the General Assembly of the United Nations, this day aims to draw attention to the problems …
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Which are the greenhouse gases?
July 27, 2021Some gases naturally present in the Earth's atmosphere act like the glass walls of a greenhouse, trapping the …
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Public Session of the Management Plan for Land Areas of the São Jorge Nature Park
July 27, 2021The Regional Secretariat for Environment and Climate Change, through the São Jorge Environment and Climate Change Service , …
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Public Session of the Management Plan for Land Areas of the Flores Nature Park
July 27, 2021The Regional Secretariat for Environment and Climate Change will promote a public session, open to the population, on …
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Public Session of the Management Plan for Land Areas of the Corvo Nature Park
July 26, 2021The Regional Secretariat for Environment and Climate Change will promote a public session, open to the population, on …
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Public Session of the Management Plan for Land Areas of the Terceira Nature Park
July 26, 2021The Regional Secretariat for Environment and Climate Change will promote a public session, open to the population, regarding …
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Government of the Azores promotes a public session to present the New Preliminary Project for the Requalification of the Lagoa do Fogo Viewpoint
July 22, 2021The Regional Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, will promote, …
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Public Session of the Management Plan of Land Areas of the Santa Maria Nature Park
July 21, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change will promote a public session related to the public …
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Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change delivers a maritime vessel to the Corvo Island Environment Service to support the preservation of the environment and nature conservation
June 30, 2021Yesterday, the Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change delivered a semi-rigid vessel to the Environmental Service …
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The Government of the Azores puts the Management Plans for the Land Areas of the Natural Parks of the Islands of Santa Maria, Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge, Flores and Corvo into public consultation
June 30, 2021The Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, placed, until August 10, …
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LIFE BEETLES | Endemic species plantations
June 21, 2021The first plantations of endemic species were carried out in the intervention areas of the land adjacent to …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change marks the 35th anniversary of the Faial Botanic Garden
June 18, 2021The Faial Botanic Garden celebrates today 35 years of existence and was visited by the Regional Secretary for the …
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World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought - June 17
June 17, 2021Aiming to halt desertification and drought, the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change (SRAAC), under the project …
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Alonso Miguel highlights measures to combat climate change
June 17, 2021On World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, the Regional Secretary for Environment and Climate Change assured that …
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Alonso Miguel rewards environmental excellence in Azorean tourist accommodations
June 7, 2021The Regional Secretary for Environment and Climate Change awarded this Saturday, World Environment Day, the Miosotis Azores prize. …
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Parque Escola Activity: Less eyes than belly!
June 2, 2021The Faial Nature Park, through Ecoteca, has been promoting the action “Less eyes than belly!”, within the scope …
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𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝙀𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙖 Activity: D’olho nas aves
May 31, 2021The Ecoteca of the Terceira Nature Park presents in its Parque Escola 2020/21 offer the activity “D’olho nas aves”. This action …
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𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝙀𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙖 Activity: Getting to know LIFE VIDALIA in Santa Maria
May 27, 2021Within the scope of Parque Escola and the LIFE VIDALIA project, the Santa Maria Nature Park, through the …
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𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝘼𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙤 - June Schedule
May 27, 2021This month, the Nature Parks invite you to participate in a diverse set of activities, where you can …
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4th Edition of the 𝙁𝙚𝙞𝙧𝙖 𝙙𝙚 𝘼𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚
May 25, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change is present at the 4th Edition of the Feira …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change is present at the Environment Fair
May 21, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change will be present at the IV Edition of the …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change marks International Day for Biological Diversity
May 21, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change has been carrying out, during the month of May, …
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Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change presided the opening session of the “Law and Legislation for the Environment” training session
May 18, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change presided, on Monday, the opening of the training course …
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The Environment Secretary delivers the Excellence Awards under the "Eco-freguesia, Freguesia limpa 2020" Program
May 13, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change of the Regional Government of the Azores proceeded, this …
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Workshop – The Conservation of Endemic
May 7, 2021Register and stay up to date with all the news about this workshop on: www.lifevidalia.eu/networking
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Historical Eruptions of the Azores - Submarine eruption of 1902, between the islands of São Jorge and Terceira
May 7, 2021This submarine eruption occurred during the night of May 7 to 8, 1902, in the southwest of Terceira …
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Parque Escola Activity: Flora Açoriana
May 4, 2021Driven by the Flores Nature Park Ecoteca and available in the Parque Escola 2020/21 educational offer, “Flora Açoriana” …
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Volcanoes' House in the 2021 InAVation Awards nominations
May 3, 2021The Volcanoes' House exhibition is on the list of finalists for the InAVation Awards 2021, from InAVate Magazine, in …
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Parque Escola Activity: The Coffee Legend
April 27, 2021The island of São Jorge has an extensive coastline, with steep cliffs, mainly on the north coast, which …
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LIFE BEETLES | Intervention Areas
April 27, 2021Both intervention areas here represented, TER3 and TER4, respectively, are both Eucalyptus forests. Both are considered areas of …
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LIFE VIDALIA | LIFE VIDALIA on Pico
April 23, 2021Pico is the Project island with the most intervention areas: LIFE VIDALIA preserves seven populations of Azorina vidalii …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | Operational team from Pico island
April 23, 2021Continuing with our monthly article, which the operational teams contracted by LIFE IP Azores Natura in all the …
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Azores celebrated World Earth Day planting trees on all islands
April 23, 2021The Azores celebrated World Earth Day on Thursday with a large-scale plantation of endemic species, which took place …
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Alonso Miguel defines sustainable development as the “pillar” of government action
April 21, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, defined today the sustainable development of the Azores …
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LIFE BEETLES | Intervention Areas
April 20, 2021PIC_5_6_7_8 – Pico
The plots of this intervention area are coincident with the adjacent areas of Lagoa do …
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Parque Escola Activity: 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙨 are back!
April 16, 2021Towards the end of February, after having spent a season in the South Atlantic, the Calonectris borealis, …
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LIFE BEETLES | Intervention Areas
April 13, 2021FLO3 – Flores – Lagoa Funda
The intervention area FLO3 is located in the Natural Reserve of Caldeira …
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Parque Escola Activity: Meet LIFE VIDALIA
April 7, 2021LIFE VIDALIA (Valorization and Innovation Targeted at Azorina vidalii and Lotus azoricus in the Azorean Islands) is a …
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LIFE BEETLES | Intervention Areas
April 6, 2021This intervention area is located in the Natural Reserve of Serra de Santa Bárbara. The area is characterized …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | Invasive plant species control in Ponta do Castelo, Santa Maria
April 6, 2021Within the scope of action C8.1 “Control and eradication of invasive alien species (IAS) of flora in terrestrial …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | Reinforcement planting of 𝙀𝙪𝙥𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙗𝙞𝙖 𝙎𝙩𝙮𝙜𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙖 subsp. 𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙚
March 31, 2021Within the frame of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, and in collaboration of the team from the …
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School Park Activity: Discovering Water
March 30, 2021Water is an essential resource for the existence of life on our planet. Despite being called “Blue Planet”, …
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LIFE BEETLES | Intervention Areas
March 30, 2021The intervention area PIC 2_3_4 is inserted on the Protected Area for Habitat or Species Management of Lagoa …
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LIFE BEETLES | Environmental awareness activities
March 29, 2021Easter holidays have begun and we went on a "Easter Beetle Hunt"! This joint activity with Pico Nature …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | OP 5 – The 5 biggest terrestrial Special Areas for Conservation (SACs) in the Azores
March 29, 2021The Natura 2000 Network is a coherent ecological network, whose objective is the conservation of the biological and …
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10th Anniversary of the São Jorge Nature Park
March 28, 2021The São Jorge Nature Park celebrates its 10th anniversary today, having been created by Regional Legislative Decree No. 10/2011 …
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LIFE VIDALIA | Our team
March 26, 2021Today we invite you to meet the LIFE VIDALIA operational team. The project focuses on the conservation of …
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LIFE BEETLES - Project Actions
March 25, 2021Within the LIFE BEETLES project, several concrete actions will take place. Here we present a small synthesis of …
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LIFE BEETLES - Intervention Areas
March 23, 2021The second intervention area of Flores Island, FLO2, is located in the Natural Reserve of Caldeira Funda and …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change marks World Water Day
March 23, 2021The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Change, Alonso Miguel, visited yesterday, within the scope of World …
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March 32: Flores Nature Park 10th Anniversary
March 23, 2021The Flores Nature Park, that celebrates its 10th anniversary today, was created by Regional Legislative Decree No. 8/2011 …
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Parque Aberto - April schedule
March 22, 2021April is the month to celebrate Easter, World Earth Day and National Day of Geological Heritage.
During this …
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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change promotes intervention to control invasive species in Faial
March 19, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change, through the Regional Directorate for the Environment and Climate …
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Park School Activity: On the way to the Sete Cidades Tunnel
March 18, 2021As part of the project to upgrade the banks of Lagoa das Sete Cidades, Park's Shop plays an …
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LIFE BEETLES - Field Work
March 18, 2021We continue the concrete conservation actions, putting our hands to work in the field! Our operational assistants keep …
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Government of the Azores provides deposit system for non-reusable beverage packaging
March 17, 2021The Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Change of the Government of the Azores informs that it …
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LIFE BEETLES | Intervention Areas - TER1 – Terceira – Lagoa do Pinheiro
March 16, 2021The TER1 area is located on the northeastern slope of Serra de Santa Bárbara Nature Reserve, in Lagoa …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | Operational team on Faial Island
March 15, 2021Today we travel to Faial Island to present our team of operational staff hired by the LIFE IP …
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Azores receive Green Destinations distinction in the “Communities & Culture” category
March 12, 2021The Azores reached today second place in the “Communities & Culture” category of Green Destinations.
The announcement was …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | 3rd LIFE IP AZORES NATURA monitoring visit
March 12, 2021Today, the third monitoring visit to the LIFE IP Azores Natura project ends on Terceira Island after, in …
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Conservation of nature and protection of biodiversity are priority aspects of the Government, defends Alonso Miguel
March 11, 2021The Regional Secretary of the Environment and Climate Change defended today that “the conservation of nature and the …
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LIFE BEETLES | Project News - Monitoring Visit
March 11, 2021This week we received the second monitoring visit of the LIFE BEETLES Project. Monitoring visits consist of an …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | News about field work of Biosfere Reserve of La Palma
March 10, 2021The inappropriate use of endemic species of the Canaries as ornamental, distancing them from their place of origin …
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LIFE BEETLES | Workshop – Nature through the Lens – Terceira Island
March 9, 2021A photography workshop took place on the 6th of March 2021, in some of the habitats of native …
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Corvo Nature Park - Ecoteca: The Azores Volcanoes
March 9, 2021The archipelago of the Azores consists of nine islands and several islets, all of volcanic origin. In these, …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | LIFE IP AZORES NATURA welcomes two new colleagues
March 8, 2021This month, the LIFE IP Azores Natura team of Regional Directorate for Maritime Affairs, is joined by the …
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LIFE VIDALIA | Project Actions – E2
March 6, 2021Action E2 is the environmental education programme of the project and is part of the Environmental Awareness chapter …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | Attempted field work on Vila Islet, Santa Maria
March 5, 2021Within the frame of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, the SPEA team travelled to Santa Maria with …
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LIFE BEETLES | Volunteering Action
March 4, 2021On the past 3rd of March, the LIFE BEETLES project celebrated World Wildlife Day with the volunteering activity …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA |
March 1, 2021Within the frame of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project, the propagation of endemic flora has begun on …
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Azores Seed Bank: Another step towards a better future
Feb. 26, 2021The Azores Seed Bank, whose main objective is the conservation of endemic and native species of the Archipelago, …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | Presentation of the São Miguel operational team
Feb. 18, 2021Today we present, once again, a team of LIFE IP Azores Natura operatives, this time in São Miguel …
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Deposit system for non-reusable beverage packaging in the Azores
Feb. 4, 2021The project is based on the acquisition of 25 reverse logistics equipment, destined for the deposit of non-reusable …
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Government of the Azores marks World Wetlands Day
Feb. 2, 2021In 2021, World Wetlands Day highlights the water crisis that threatens people and our planet. The conservation of …
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LIFE IP AZORES NATURA | Operacional team in Santa Maria Island
Jan. 26, 2021Because the implementations of the conservation work in the field of the LIFE IP AZORES NATURA project is …
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Terceira Nature Park - Ecoteca: Let's roll up our sleeves!
Dec. 16, 2020Segundo o estudo “Production, use, and fate of all plastics ever made”, efetuado em 2017 pelas universidades da …
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European Commission gives green light to project of 20 million euros for climate change in the Azores
Nov. 20, 2020 read more
European Commission approves synthesis of nature conservation project for Santa Maria
Nov. 10, 2020 read more
Webinar - Hortências e muito mais: espécies exóticas e invasoras nos Açores | 15 de outubro
Oct. 15, 2020 read more
Plano de Ação da Reserva da Biosfera das Fajãs de São Jorge publicado hoje em Jornal Oficial
Oct. 8, 2020 read more
Plano de Ação da Reserva da Biosfera da ilha Graciosa publicado em Jornal Oficial
Oct. 7, 2020 read more
Governo dos Açores homenageia Equipa de Resgate da Montanha do Pico pela “disponibilidade e empenho que sempre tem demonstrado”
Oct. 2, 2020 read more
Centro de Visitantes da Gruta das Torres passa a ser alimentado por painéis solares fotovoltaicos
Sept. 16, 2020 read more
Governo dos Açores reforça corpo de Vigilantes da Natureza e investe na conservação e fiscalização ambiental
Sept. 8, 2020 read more
Inscrições para a 11.ª Semana dos Resíduos dos Açores abertas até 13 de novembro
Sept. 3, 2020 read more
O Centro de Interpretação da Serra de Santa Bárbara está de parabéns pelo seu 6.º aniversário!
Sept. 3, 2020 read more
Reforçadas condições de segurança no trilho de acesso à Caldeira de Santo Cristo, em S. Jorge
Aug. 21, 2020 read more
Parque Natural de Santa Maria – O Centro de Interpretação Ambiental Dalberto Pombo está de parabéns pelo seu 11.º aniversário!
Aug. 21, 2020 read more
Parque Natural do Faial – O Centro de Interpretação do Vulcão dos Capelinhos está de parabéns pelo seu 12.º aniversário!
Aug. 17, 2020 read more
Parque Natural de São Miguel – O Centro de Reabilitação de Aves Selvagens de São Miguel está de parabéns pelo seu 4.º aniversário!
Aug. 17, 2020 read more
Parque Natural de São Jorge – A Casa do Parque de São Jorge está de parabéns pelo seu 8.º aniversário!
Aug. 15, 2020 read more
Sistema de depósito de embalagens não reutilizáveis de bebidas com prémio por devolução
Aug. 13, 2020 read more
