Restaurants, commerce and services will now pay for the waste they make and not the amount indexed to the water bill. The measure will go ahead as early as 2025: the restaurants, commerce, and services will start paying only for the waste they produce instead of an amount indexed to the water bill. For families, […]
Read MoreLeiria stands out on Peggada’s sustainable business map with a number of projects that deserve our attention. Bulk stores or second-hand clothes, childcare or more conscious cosmetics stores, there’s a bit of everything. In this article you’ll find six projects to discover in Leiria: 1. Origens a Granel – Bulk Store Bulk store with a […]
Read MoreOn Peggada’s map of sustainable projects, Coimbra has already accumulated several points. That’s why we thought it deserved to be featured on our website, so that everyone can get to know the good things that are being done in that city. Find out more about five businesses in Coimbra designed for more responsible consumption: 1. […]
Read MoreFalling Fruit is a collaborative platform where you can see where food is available, from fruit trees in public places to garbage cans with excess food waste. You can find a pear tree near Avenida da Igreja, in Alvalade, Campo Grande is full of orange trees, and Príncipe Real is the place to go during […]
Read MoreThe lack of options and high prices are the main obstacles pointed out by those looking to travel more sustainably. According to Booking.com, 50% of tourists say they don’t mind paying more for an experience or accommodation with sustainable certification, making them feel that they are having a positive impact. With inflation, travelers are faced […]
Read MoreThe project is called “Muxagata Aldeia Sustentável” [“Muxagata Aldeia Sustentável”] and promotes community composting, door-to-door waste collection and bonuses for those who separate bio-waste correctly. The parish of Muxagata, in the municipality of Fornos de Algodres, now has a door-to-door collection system that sends bio-waste for treatment on a community composting island. The project is […]
Read MoreLocating the nearest recycling bin and offering an optimized experience for blind and visually impaired people are some of WasteApp’s new features. The mobile application WasteApp has been updated to help simplify the recycling of different types of waste. With the introduction of new features, this app facilitates access to information and mobilizes citizens to […]
Read MoreThe 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 […]
Read MoreIf 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 […]
Read MoreThe 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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