“Horta Sustainable Tourism” – Horta Town Council promotes water conservation initiative among tourist businesses by supplying flow regulators

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Horta Town Hall has launched the ‘Horta Sustainable Tourism’ campaign, handing out flow regulators to companies in the tourist accommodation sector. This measure, part of the 2nd Municipal Sustainable Development Week, is the result of an application to the PRORURAL+ program (Media 7.6.1), aimed at raising awareness and reducing water consumption in the tourism sector. …

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North and Azores to be supported by European mechanism to attract talent

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Ten European regions have been chosen by the European Commission to receive support from a mechanism designed to mitigate the effects of demographic change, such as the flight of young and qualified people. Among them are the north of Portugal and the Azores. Announced by the European Commission, the second pillar of the Talent Enhancement …

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Azorean government to invest more than 1.5 million euros in social passes in 2023

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In 2023, the Government of the Azores invested more than 1.5 million euros in implementing and expanding the free social pass in the region. This measure covered various sectors of the population, providing more accessible and easier access to public transport, thus contributing to more sustainable and inclusive mobility. This investment represents a significant commitment …

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Brussels approves Azores Transport Plan until 2030

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The European Commission has approved the Azores Transport Plan until 2030. This plan, submitted by the region, includes an initial investment of 53 million euros for inter-island public service obligations, under Specific Objective RSO3.2. Financed by the European Regional Development Fund, the Azores 2030 Transport Plan aims to strengthen regional and local mobility, promoting a …

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Ponta Delgada introduces card-accessible eco-islands for waste collection

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Ponta Delgada is getting a new sustainable look with the installation of accessible eco-islands. The municipality has begun a process of transitioning the waste collection model, which aims to gradually remove containers from the streets and replace them with these innovative eco-islands. These structures not only contribute to a cleaner, more organized aesthetic for the …

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Azores renew Quality Coast award

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The Azores continue to establish themselves as a benchmark destination by renewing their Quality Coast award. This recognition, awarded by the European Coastal and Marine Union, highlights the excellence of the Azorean islands in terms of the sustainable management and preservation of their coastal areas. With their unique natural beauty and ongoing commitment to environmental …

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Navy organises coastal and underwater clean-up in solidarity

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The Navy organised a coastal and underwater clean-up operation in the port of Vila Franca do Campo, in São Miguel. The initiative, carried out in partnership with various institutions, aimed to raise public awareness of the problem of marine litter. As a result of this action, the rubbish collected will be converted into a charitable …

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Azores are “Best Adventure Destination,” according to the World Travel Awards

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The Azores were designated as the “Best Adventure Destination” in the world at the World Travel Awards ceremony held on December 1 in Dubai. This prestigious global acknowledgment highlights the excellence of the experiences provided by the Azores, which had previously secured the title of Best Adventure Destination in Europe consecutively in 2020, 2021, and …

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Azores receive ‘Silver Level IV’ in Sustainable Tourism Destination Certification

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The Azores have solidified their position as a global leader in sustainable tourism by achieving the ‘Silver Level IV’ certification for “Sustainable Destination” from EarthCheck. This recognition is based on the rigorous sustainability criteria established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), reinforcing the Azores as the only archipelagic destination in the world to attain …

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