The restructuring of APA and ICNF is practically complete. This reorganization aims to change the structure and functioning of these two entities linked to the environment and nature conservation in Portugal.
In the case of APA, directions for river basins will be created, which will be directly dependent on the national structure. This change represents a shift in the way the agency manages the country's water resources.
As for ICNF, decisions regarding environmental impact studies will be concentrated at central level. This centralization of powers may signify a significant change in the environmental assessment process in Portugal.
The available information on this restructuring is limited, making it impossible to fully understand the scope of the changes or their future implications for both entities.
