AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBarroso Mining Dispute: Residents in northern Portugal blockaded access to common land, protesting plans for an open-pit lithium mine and saying years of appeals have gone unheard. Heat Records: September was Portugal’s hottest on record and the planet’s second-hottest, adding to concerns about escalating climate impacts. Water Pressure: An EU study says hydrogen production is unlikely to cause widespread shortages, but warns that local competition for freshwater could grow; Portugal is among the southern European countries most exposed. Storm Recovery: The EU approved €489 million for Portugal, Spain, Italy and Malta after storms in early 2026. Tagus River: A separate report warns that data centres could put the Tejo’s water supply under pressure.
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