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Biogas cannot put water and soils at risk: Quercus issues unfavorable opinion on Abrigada unit, in Alenquer
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Biogas cannot put water and soils at risk: Quercus issues unfavorable opinion on Abrigada unit, in Alenquer

SAPO Notícias15 September 2026 at 11:38

Quercus, a Portuguese environmental organization, issued an unfavorable opinion on the biogas unit in Abrigada, in the municipality of Alenquer. The organization expressed concern about the potential risks that this unit may represent for the water resources and soils of the region. The article's title underscores that biogas production should not compromise water quality and soil integrity. Quercus's opinion arises in the context of an environmental assessment or licensing process for this energy infrastructure.

Why this matters

Residents of Alenquer and surrounding areas face potential risks to their water resources and agricultural lands if the project moves forward. Quercus's position may influence the authorities' decision on the approval of this biogas unit. This opinion arises in the context of a broader debate on the balance between renewable energy production and environmental protection in Portugal.

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