Environmental Area

European project wants to turn plastic into a creative opportunity for young people in Madeira

ARTE.M – Associação Artística e Cultural da Madeira (Artistic and Cultural Association of Madeira), has launched the European project ‘PLASTY – PLAStic-to-Treasure: Youth Labs for Creative Reuse and Zero Waste’, an initiative funded by the European Erasmus+ program, with the aim of turning plastic waste into creative opportunities for young people in Madeira, especially …

Smoke-Free Beach arrives at the municipal bathing complexes of Funchal

The “Smoke-Free Beach” initiative reaches the municipal bathing complexes of Funchal, with the aim of promoting healthy lifestyles and the creation of safe and health-promoting environments.

The presentation of this initiative, which brings together synergies, namely from Funchal City Hall and Frente MarFunchal with the Regional Health Directorate, took place at the Ponta Gorda Bathing …

Solidarity campaign collects almost two tons of waste in Madeira

A solidarity campaign promoted by ERP Portugal, in partnership with the Regional Government of Madeira, the Presença Feminina Association, and Pingo Doce, collected nearly two tons of waste from electrical and electronic equipment and used batteries in the region. This initiative saw the participation of the public, ensuring the proper routing of waste for …

79 Madeiran hotel units receive Green Key 2026

79 hotel units in Madeira received the Green Key 2026 award, an award that recognizes sustainable tourism. Since 2007, 446 national units have already been distinguished, including 12 tourist accommodation establishments.

The ceremony took place at Quinta Magnólia and was attended by the President of the Government of the Autonomous Region of Madeira, Miguel …

Madeira renews international certification as a ‘Sustainable Tourism Destination’

Madeira has taken another step in the process of certification as a ‘Sustainable Tourism Destination’ with the renewal of the international certification, which, achieved Level IV of the prestigious Silver seal, awarded by EarthCheck, a world-leading entity in tourism certification and accredited by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

The certificate is already in the …

Regional Government Marks World Nature Conservation Day

The Regional Government marks World Nature Conservation DayThe Regional Government, represented by the Regional Secretary for Tourism, Environment, and Culture, Eduardo Jesus, marked World Nature Conservation Day with an initiative promoted by the Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN).

he celebration also allowed for showcasing the work carried out by the SOS Wildlife Network …

More than 240 hectares to be covered by the project in the mountains

The Institute for Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN) has been stepping up the active management of Madeira’s public forest areas, having carried out work on around 240.8 hectares since the start of 2026 through measures to reduce fuel load, preventative silviculture, the control of invasive species and reforestation with ecologically adapted species. These measures …

Hotels use 70 per cent of desalinated water

The Porto Santo Desalination Plant is preparing to increase its production capacity to 10,000 cubic metres of water per day, thereby strengthening the security of the island’s drinking water supply. The facility plays a strategic role in the sustainable management of water resources, ensuring supplies for the resident population and the tourism sector, which …

More than 81 per cent of Madeira’s territorial waters are protected

The Autonomous Region of Madeira marked World Oceans Day by reaffirming its commitment to marine conservation and sustainable development, highlighting that over 81 per cent of its maritime area is protected. This achievement places the Region amongst the most protected marine areas in Europe and reflects a strategy based on the preservation of biodiversity, …

Madeira may bring forward its renewable energy target

The Autonomous Region of Madeira may bring forward its target of achieving 55 per cent renewable energy penetration – initially set for 2030 – after recording a rate of 56 per cent in the first quarter of 2026. This result reflects ongoing investment in diversifying renewable energy sources and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

In …