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ao primeiro arquipélago do mundo certificado como destino sustentável.

to the first archipelago in the world certified as a sustainable destination

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Sustainability Charter
of the Azores

Uma iniciativa para estimular todos os setores a caminhar rumo ao desenvolvimento sustentável de todo o território.

Uma iniciativa do Governo dos Açores para estimular todos os setores a caminhar rumo ao desenvolvimento sustentável de todo o território.

An initiative to encourage all sectors to move towards the
sustainable development of the entire territory

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The path is travelled every day, in the harmonious alliance between people and nature to make the Azores a unique and sustainable territory!

Aware of the importance of preserving the natural, environmental and cultural heritage of the Azores, the Azoreans have been active protagonists of the sustainability of the Region.

Here we continuously work to promote sustainable development in all areas of activity, in order to ensure a better quality of life for those who live and a differentiating experience for those who visit us.

Good practices in the Azores

Sustainability policies have been developed at the level of the production and management of energy, noise, air quality, waste, water, spatial and landscape planning, at promoting environmental education and awareness actions, valuing endogenous products, heritage and Azorean culture.

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Potable water

99%

of the water in the Azores is safe for human consumption.

Electricity

40%

of the electricity produced in the Azores comes from renewable sources, in 2010, the figure was 28%.

Biosphere Reserve

- The Graciosa, Flores, Corvo and the Fajãs de São Jorge Islands are UNESCO Biosphere Reserves.

- Azores implement LIFE and BLUE programs, and 33,000 hectares are included in the Natura Network 2000.

World Heritage

- The Historical Centre of Angra do Heroísmo and the Pico Island Vineyard Landscape are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

- Azores Geopark is a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Graciólica Project

A project to reduce fossil-based energy.

Urban Waste

55%

of the Azores' municipal waste is recovered and seven islands have a recycling rate of over 80%.

Only through a collaborative framework will we achieve true sustainable development.

Who we are?

Azores DMO

Under the authority of the Government of the Azores and the Regional Secretariat for Tourism, Mobility and Infrastructure, the main role of the DMO is to coordinate sustainability efforts and initiatives, serving as a driving force for the development of sustainable tourism in collaboration with partners from both the public and private sectors.

The Azores and the Local SDG

The Azores are a nine-island destination, rich in natural, historical, and cultural resources that make it truly unique. For this reason, for more than two decades, initiatives aimed at protecting and preserving these resources have been a priority.

Selecione um dos municípios abaixo e veja o contributo de cada um para os Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável

Key Projects

We’ve moved from words to action!

The Sustainability Management Structure – Azores DMO acts as a facilitator of sustainable development throughout the Azores Region, engaging public and private entities, as well as non-governmental organizations, to collaborate toward a more sustainable future. Through the Azores’ certification process as a sustainable destination by EarthCheck, we demonstrate how we move from words to action, annually monitoring and assessing the level of compliance with the commitments made for the sustainability of the Azores.