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Marta Guerreiro says that “people” are the “main asset” in a sector like tourism

by Sustainable AzoresNews November 4, 2019October 28, 2022No Comments

Inglês The Regional Secretary for Energy, Environment and Tourism stated that “the main asset” in a sector such as tourism is “the people”, so it is important to focus on training and valuing the careers associated with it. Marta Guerreiro stated the importance of entrepreneurs being “by our side”, giving as an example the award, …

Marta Guerreiro points out the importance of the GSTC Annual Congress at Terceira Island.

by Sustainable AzoresNews October 25, 2019October 28, 2022No Comments

The Regional Secretary for Energy, Environment and Tourism pointed out today the importance of the Annual Congress of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, which will take place at Angra do Heroísmo Cultural and Congress Center, on Terceira Island, from 4-7 December. Marta Guerreiro called for the participation of the sector’s agents, pointing out that “this …

Azores trust to obtain the certification as a sustainable tourist destination by the end of the year

by Sustainable AzoresNews October 9, 2019October 28, 2022No Comments

The regional secretary of Energy, Environment and Tourism of the Government of the Azores said today that the executive is working so that by the end of the year the region can be awarded with the certification as a sustainable tourism destination. “We are working hard to make this possible,” said Marta Guerreiro, indicating that …

Pico vineyard culture landscape distinguished with international award

by Sustainable AzoresNews September 7, 2019October 28, 2022No Comments

Pico Island’s vineyard landscape has been awarded first prize in the “Best Development of a European Landscape of Cultural Relevance” category at the European Garden Awards. The landscape, which has been protected since 1996, and was classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2004, was recognized this Friday by the European Garden Awards …

Azores with bronze status in EarthCheck tourist destination certification process

by Sustainable AzoresNews August 30, 2019October 28, 2022No Comments

The Regional Secretary of Energy, Environment and Tourism said today in Ponta Delgada that the Azores “already have the bronze status ‘Benchmarked’ of EarthCheck”, as a certifying entity for sustainable tourist destinations. “This is something we are very proud of because it reveals the first external recognition of a commitment that we work hard, with …

Azores Government holds “Green Teams” on all islands of the archipelago

by Sustainable AzoresNews August 28, 2019October 28, 2022No Comments

The Regional Secretariat of Energy, Environment and Tourism will promote the holding of a set of forums to monitor the sustainability of the Azores tourist destination, called “Green Teams”, in all islands of the archipelago. The first workshop will take place Thursday, August 29, on Santa Maria Island, followed by São Miguel (August 30), Terceira …

“Espírito Verde” awards distinguish good environmental practices

by Sustainable AzoresNews June 6, 2019October 28, 2022No Comments

Azorean Government has rewarded citizens and institutions that stand out for their good environmental practices. The Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariat for Energy, Environment and Tourism, has awarded five “Espírito Verde” awards and seven honorable mentions, marking World Environment Day, under the motto “Good examples are to follow … And to be …

LIFE AZORES NATURA project on the right track

by Sustainable AzoresNews April 9, 2019October 28, 2022No Comments

The Regional Director for the Environment underlined the ongoing work under the LIFE AZORES NATURA project, at a meeting where actions were foreseen for the near future, and noted the “good development of the project, in line with the commitments and schedule set out”. Hernâni Jorge stressed the importance of “giving visibility to the largest …

LIFE VIDALIA kicks off with various actions targeting Azorina and Lotus species

by Sustainable AzoresNews, Notícias March 23, 2019October 28, 2022No Comments

Nature conservation project LIFE VIDALIA kicks off with several actions targeting two endemic species The Regional Secretariat for Energy, Environment and Tourism, through the Regional Environment Directorate, carried out, between February and March, several actions under the LIFE VIDALIA – Valorization and Innovation project, targeting the endemic species “Azorina” and “Lotus”, in all the islands …