Crédito Agrícola has already supported 25 companies and opens new phase of program to accelerate sustainability in tourism
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Crédito Agrícola has already supported 25 companies and opens new phase of program to accelerate sustainability in tourism

SAPO Notícias11 September 2026 at 11:00

Crédito Agrícola will launch the third edition of the Acceleration Program for Sustainable Transition in the Tourism sector. This initiative represents a continuous effort by the bank to promote sustainable practices among tourism companies in Portugal.

The program is developed in partnership with Maze Impact, an organization specializing in impact and sustainability. This collaboration allows combining the financial experience of Crédito Agrícola with the specialized knowledge of Maze Impact in sustainable transition.

To date, the program has already supported 25 companies in the tourism sector. These companies had access to personalized support and resources to implement more sustainable practices in their operations.

The program also contributed to the publication of 17 sustainability reports by participating companies. This report production demonstrates the commitment of supported companies to measure and communicate their environmental and social performance.

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