The third European Rice Congress took place this week in Lisbon and Peggada was there. The relationship between rice and water was the central topic of debate on a day that also served to rethink our choices as consumers. Lisbon hosted the European Rice Congress this week, as part of Sustainable EU Rice — Don’t […]
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The Porto City Council, in partnership with Hortee, a start-up specializing in the sale of fresh produce, has launched an app designed to make the purchase of organic products “more convenient” and affordable. The Municipality of Porto, in partnership with Hortee, a Portuguese startup specializing in online fresh food sales, has launched a mobile application […]
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The REVESTE Lisbon store is open to the public! You can visit it from 9.30am to 1pm and find unique pieces for your closet. If you would like to sell or donate clothes to the project, contact revestelisboa@gmail.com and arrange an evaluation. This is a collaborative project and they are always looking for partners interested […]
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HALI Studio is a sustainable, ethical and inclusive Portuguese brand. It was born with the mission to make fashion and luxury more accessible to everyone, while respecting the individual and the planet. Their design takes into account the specific individual needs of each person, allowing each product to be used easily by anyone, regardless of […]
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The Salty Circle is a Portuguese brand of men’s beach shorts made from plastic recovered from the ocean. Each pair of shorts is made out of SEAQUAL® fabric, which contains approximately 200 grams of marine plastic, the equivalent of seven plastic bottles. Handmade in Portugal, the shorts are available in five colors and feature an […]
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The reefs have been affected by global warming, but have recovered due to the marine protected areas. A scientific expedition team has discovered that in more remote areas of the Pacific Ocean, coral reefs are resistant to climate change. “When you have an intact ecosystem, nature has the capacity to recover on its own,” said […]
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In 2016, a group of environmentalists joined forces to restore Redonda Island and eliminate invasive species. In the space of just two years, this small island in the Caribbean has gone from a barren rocky landscape to a haven for wildlife. This recovery is due to the efforts of local environmentalists and the area was […]
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Portugal is one of the countries that uses the least plastic bags. To move towards an even greater reduction, the 2024 State Budget proposal provides for the creation of a levy on very light plastic bags, usually used for fruit, bread and vegetables, of four cents per bag. In 2021, each inhabitant of the European […]
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If you’re coming to Lisbon for the Web Summit, there are small details that can make all the difference. Peggada has crafted a concise guide featuring sustainable businesses you can explore and support for a more conscious and enjoyable stay. Although the main hub is in Parque das Nações, the Web Summit spreads its impact […]
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The Web Summit is just around the corner and we’ll tell you what not to miss if you’re interested in sustainability. There are dozens of talks, lectures and workshops in one of the most exciting weeks of the year in Lisbon. If you’re interested in sustainability, there are dozens of options to choose from over […]
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