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Algarve Oil & Gas Exploration: Deep confusion - Sousa Cintra says contracts are valid, Government says they can cancel contracts

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Algarve Oil & Gas Exploration: Deep confusion - Sousa Cintra says contracts are valid, Government says they can cancel contracts

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A confused Government said today that it may rescind the oil prospecting contract on the Algarve's land, awarded to Sousa Cintra's Portfuel company, but has missed the deadline within which to act.

Sousa Cintra, a local millionaire businessman, says he will continue with his 'exploration to extraction' concession contracts and wonders why there is "so much confusion."

Portfuel's lawyer, André Duarte, claims that the deadline for the government to cancel the contract has passed and that the government's lack of action to stop the process is "proof that there was no legal basis to be able to terminate the contracts.

The State Secretary of State for Energy, Jorge Seguro Sanches, diagrees and said today that "the Government is in no way inhibited from terminating the contract that the previous government authorised to be signed with Portfuel, granting it almost half the territory of the Algarve for oil and gas exploration."

The statement comes on the same day that Público reported that the government failed to block Sousa Cintra's oil exploration activities and that Portfuel is keeping its valid concession "after the government let the deadline pass for terminating the contracts."

The Government said that "it has been attentive to all oil exploration and extraction contracts" and recalls that on this occasion two sets of clarifications have been requested and the Consultative Council of the Attorney General's Office was asked "for a decision that best defends the public interest."

Sanches said that "nothing will be done that does not comply with the law and does not safeguard the public interest."

The president of Portfuel, Sousa Cintra, said that he is going to continue with the project, saying he does not understand why there is "so much noise and so much confusion" about a project that "can only benefit Portugal."

"Seriously, I can not understand so much noise and confusion around this project that might be worth a lot to the country, it just shows that people who speak have no real knowledge about things. Sometimes when you tell a lie many times, it becomes true, I regret this," said Sousa Cintra, continuing to claim that the project does not have any negative consequences for the environment.

The concession contracts for the Aljezur and Tavira concession areas were signed under the Passos Coelho administration by Paulo Carmona from the Entidade Nacional para o Mercado de Combustíveis (ENMC) - and Portfuel's Sousa Cintra.

The current Socialist government asked the Consultative Council of the Attorney General's Office for an initial opinion on these onshore contracts. The council concluded that there was no reason to cancel the Portfuel concession contracts even thought Portfuel did not comply with several of the contract conditions.

However, the first opinion of the Attorney General's Office pointed out that the decision to award the contracts to Portfuel had been "a discretionary act of the previous Government. As such, Sousa Cintra had the legitimacy to move forward."

The Algarve mayors' group AMAL,already has started a court action to stop the onshore and offshore drilling and extraction Algarve contracts going ahead and it will analyse and eventually challenge any 2017 work plan from Portfuel which "has to be validated by the laws of this country."

Despite the deadline for cancelling Portfuel's contracts having passed, "We are trying to gather all the information and the Government will make a decision very soon," assured the Office of the Secretary of State for Energy.

"We have already sent information to the Attorney General's Office three times," said the same source, claiming that "no deadline has been reached" for the Government to be able to terminate the contracts with Portfuel.

Source: Algarve Daily News

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Algarve Oil & Gas Exploration: Deep confusion - Sousa Cintra says contracts are valid, Government says they can cancel contracts

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A confused Government said today that it may rescind the oil prospecting contract on the Algarve's land, awarded to Sousa Cintra's Portfuel company, but has missed the deadline within which to act. Sousa Cintra, a local millionaire businessman, says he will continue with his 'exploration to extraction' concession contracts and wonders why there is "so much confusion."

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Varzea da Gonçala consists of 8 hectares of hill and meadow land, nestling amongst the hills of the western Algarve, bordered by the Cerca river, 12km from the Atlantic Coast and 6km from Aljezur.

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The land exhibits the art and functionality of permaculture, with beautiful gardens amongst a small working farm. Just 6km from the Alentejo and Vincentine coast, you can explore the array of wild and wonderful beaches close by, surf the waves of this renowned coastline or kayak up the Mira and Odeceixe rivers. Experience the exquisite portuguese cuisine and soak up the atmosphere in the nearby towns of Zambujeira, Odeceixe and Sao Teotonio.

Aterra aims to bring people back down to earth and step away from the world of technology, materialism and reliance on others. We want you to relax and experience the ecological yet exotic ambience of Aterra. Shower under the stars, chill out in a serene atmosphere and cool off in the enormous freshwater lake. Sample the local homemade products for breakfast and join others for drinks, bbqs and weekend events.

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Aterra is an ecological campsite on the Southwest coast of Alentejo, Portugal. We offer guests a unique 'glamping' experience in a rustic, yet very comfortable and beautiful, family friendly environment. We invite you to stay in romantic Rajasthani tents, stunning yurts or auspicious tipis, beside a large fresh water lake.Aterra is a secluded, peaceful site in a valley ...

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Philosophy - Monte Velho Eco Retreats - Holistic

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O melhor de dois mundos! A Figueirinha Ecoturismo foi, para nós (Paula e Alexandre), amor à primeira vista! Viemos para o Alentejo no início do conceito do turismo rural, há mais de 30 anos...

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Fracking vote sees all Portugal’s centre-right MEPs “voting in favour” | Portugal Resident

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"Shame on them" is the verdict passed by anti-oil campaigners as a vote in the European Parliament saw all Portugal's centre-right MEPs voting in favour of fracking - the controversial process for 'striking' shale gas linked to several adverse environmental results, including earthquakes.

The vote took place earlier this month, and was based on a bid to outlaw fracking throughout the EU.

Seven Portuguese MEPs voted against but all the PS Socialist members, plus MEPs representing MPT (the earth party), PCP (communists) and PDR (democratic republican party) voted in favour.

Commenting on the results, the Algarve's anti-oil campaign run by ASMAA (Algarve surf and marine activities association) said "although the vote is not legally binding, opponents of fracking described it as a significant victory for the anti-fracking movement in Europe".

The motion "not to allow any new hydraulic fracturing operations" in member states was carried by 347 votes with 298 against and a significant 49 abstentions.

ASMAA has 'named and shamed' the pro-fracking MEPs, appealing to people to write to them and "strongly voice" their thoughts.

The MEPs were: Carlos Coelho, José Manuel Fernandes, Nuno Melo, Cláudia Monteiro de Aguiar, Paulo Rangel, Sofia Ribeiro and Fernando Ruas.

Email contact details for all of them can be found on ASMAA's campaign website.
natasha.donn@algarveresident.com

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"Shame on them" is the verdict passed by anti-oil campaigners as a vote in the European Parliament saw all Portugal's centre-right MEPs voting in favour of fracking - the controversial process for 'striking' shale gas linked to several adverse environmental results, including earthquakes.

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Enjoy the Algarve June 2016 - Get dirty! - Fracking or wrecking? Oil drilling in the Algarve

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My Travel Notes: Travelling Through Costa Vicentina. Travel Blog

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My Travel Notes: Travelling Through Costa Vicentina, one of the biggest pearls of Portugal. Follow our trip!

Costa Vicentina is one of the biggest pearls of Portugal. And a trip through this Portuguese treasure is unforgettable. And so... I put the map on my hand and I walked, walked, walked. From Setúbal to Sagres.

The experience was superb and now I will share with you some of my memories. And today, follow our trip through Zambujeira do Mar and Aljezur.

Costa Vicentina, a true treasure in Portugal

Travelling through Costa Vicentina (St. Vicente Coast) is always a great option. Portugal has countless treasures to discover and this is undoubtedly one of its biggest pearls. Talking about Costa Vicentina means talking about beach, sun, good weather, surf, delicious food, beautiful landscapes... well, talking about it means talking about the best of Portugal.

Most people travel to Costa Vicentina by car. Indeed, in Portugal we can find many low cost companies for renting a car. People can also go by bus, available in most locations. However, and like thousands of young people, I travelled on foot. Especially because the wine from Alentejo and Algarve is so good and cheap and a cold beer perfectly combines with beach.

And the best tour through Costa Vicentina is this one: walk and travel without planning. Put the bag on your back, put the map on your hand. Feel free to explore. The trick here is to lose yourself, do not look to the watch and just enjoy...

My journey began in Setúbal and ended in the complete south of Portugal. I scoured all the Costa Vicentina. Three endless weeks, as my friends suggested. Such stupendous days. Time spent near busy places but also in peace and tranquility. Costa Vicentina is right this: it seems an oasis relatively close to the confusion of Lisbon, combining the best of two worlds, the countryside and the beach. I would also say that it blends three great dimensions: the cosmopolitanism of Lisbon is very close, but we can feel the quietness of Alentejo and its marshlands and the tranquility of the beach life of Algarve.

Thus, it was possible to climb to the top of the cliffs, down and bury the feet in the fine and fluffy sand, see and enjoy the ocean, the immense and limpid sea of the Atlantic coast (remember: here you can find some of the most beautiful beaches in the world). I also could hike through the marked paths, called Vicentina Route, which allowed me a direct contact with Nature. I walked through dirt, crags, green and flashy vegetation, towns and truly wonderful villages. I still had time to surf irresistible waves, take long baths of sun and make seaside bicycle tours.

And the food? Oh well...the food! Absolutely fantastic!

And there's a bit of everything here... from the grilled meats (the Portuguese chicken barbecue is one of the most distinct dishes worldwide), seafood, some typical sausages and (it's so mandatory to taste) the fresh fish. Portugal has these characteristics: its Gastronomy is so peculiar and abundant that allows a meal that can vary from the unique meat delicacies to the Mediterranean diet that includes a good fish.

In short, traveling around Costa Vicentina is a sin, because you will feel that one day you must return. It's like an addiction. You will feel the need to discover even more places, you will feel the need of discoveries, you will feel the need to rest in heavenly spots, which have the best that Portugal has to offer. In short... travelling around Costa Vicentina is one of those trips that will make you dream.

And now, I will share with you some of my memories...Some people say that "there are moments which we prefer to remember in silent and so nothing and nobody can touch them". However, I prefer to talk about them. Talk about everything that I saw, that I felt, that I experienced. Because this is a dream trip. These are some of those moments, sites, tips, that I will share with you...there is no chronological or geographical order... I just tell everything which comes to my mind of this magnificent journey!

Memories from Zambujeira do Mar

Zambujeira do Mar it's a small village of Odemira with about 900 inhabitants. Previously, this village was a quiet, little fishing and farming community. Nowadays it remains calm but, in summer, it hosts thousands of visitors.

Zambujeira do Mar is beautiful, with its wonderful beaches and fishing ports. Perched on a cliff, it becomes a natural viewpoint to the incredible Ocean. It is located along the western coast of Alentejo, south of Cabo Sardão, with a coast dotted by small cliffs and beaches of fine white sand, as the beach of Zambujeira, Alteirinhos, Nossa Senhora and Tonel. This place still depends on agriculture, livestock, fisheries and, increasingly, on Tourism.

In addition to the (more or less) wild beaches, it's mandatory a visit to the square of Chapel of Nossa Senhora do Mar and the fountains of Amores (Love) and Santa Catarina. And Santa Clara Dam or the lighthouse of Cabo Sardão is also a pleasure to visit.

And in the main square of this village, it is a pleasure to be sitting in one of the main terraces and enjoy a fresh and grilled fish dish. By the way, among the dishes, I stand out the fish soup or the soup of purslane, the fisherman stew, "feijoada" with whelks, "açorda" with seafood or the seafood rice. Every meal here will be a delicious moment!

The village of Zambujeira also offers the opportunity to enjoy countless activities. Some interesting examples: fishing, hiking, biking or horseback riding. Phenomenal!

And if you are fan of music, confirm your departure date and schedule your trip for watching the famous Festival Sudoeste (Southwest Festival). This popular event is one of the biggest summer music festivals in Portugal. During the event, both national and international bands perform concerts without stopping, supported by world-renowned DJs.

Memories from Aljezur

Aljezur is simply beautiful. It is simple, calm and beautiful. From this little town, I highlight its beautiful surroundings, integrated in a region that has less than 6000 inhabitants. To contextualize, this is considered the best Region of sweet-potato production.

In Aljezur, I began to explore its imposing castle. This castle doesn't often appear in tourist books but I must tell you that this is one of the seven castles that mark the seven edges of the arm that exists in the Portuguese official flag. It is undoubtedly mandatory.

This castle was built on a hill overlooking the river, with human occupation dating back to the Iron Age. It was built during the Arab period, in the tenth century, and decades later the castle was rebuilt with robust watchtowers and massive walls. This castle was very important for this Region, because it ensured the control of the river port, defending the population from the enemy attacks. Inside it, I also highlight the cubic tank, covered by a dome, which was formerly the place for water supply and the silos in the rocks were authentic food storage containers. In addition, the walls of this castle offer unique panoramic views over this little town.

Furthermore, there is the Church of Mercy and the Mother Church, this one with a fine statue of Nossa Senhora de Alva. I also suggest a visit to the Municipal Museum of Aljezur, with archaeological finds that witness the human presence in Aljezur since the ancient times.

A walk through the historic center is also an amazing moment. When we strolled the streets of Aljezur, we could see the characteristics houses with rural architecture, the friendliness of its people, the pillory and the Fountain of Lies. Here, you can (or must!) taste some of the best delicacies of your life. What about a sausage pizza, sweet potato pastries or a very good and typical bread?

And, of course, talking about Aljezur is talking about beach, sun, sea! Beaches with long, soft and golden sand, many of them remarkable for surf. I walked by the spectacular beach of Odeceixe, the northernmost beach in Algarve, the beach of Monte Clérigo, and the gorgeous beach of Arrifana, with a century fortress and a huge rock known as "Pedra Angular" (Angular Rock).

Memories from Santiago do Cacém...

In my absolutely fantastic trip, I followed the renowned "Caminho Histórico". This trail has mainly rural roads and this is the "Grande Rota" (The Great Route) and you can cover it on foot or with a mountain bike. This track includes mountains, valleys, rivers, streams. It has approximately 230 kilometers.

This "Caminho Histórico" starts here. That's what people say. Santiago do Cacém is a town located in Alentejo coast. It has the particularity of being located just a few kilometers from the sea, offering the chance to discover the wonderful beaches and its natural and architectural heritage.

You can start, perhaps, by exploring its historic center. Its imposing castle is a real must-see, as well as its Mother Chapel. The Chapel of São Pedro and the Loreto Convent are also spectacular monuments. Furthermore, you should stroll through the steep streets that flank the noble and stately houses, as well as other houses more modest, but equally beautiful.

Then travel to the Ruins of Miróbriga. These ruins are the remains (in excellent conditions by the way) of a Roman town that would probably be a sanctuary with all the necessary infrastructures to support the pilgrims: we can recognize a thermal complex, houses and a hippodrome for the festivities.

Memories from Odemira...

Odemira is the largest municipality of Portugal. This municipality is undoubtedly a masterpiece: it blends the wonders of river, sea, mountain and plains.

The best way to explore this town is on foot. Keep calm and no rush. The Churches of Salvador and St. ª Maria are fantastic, as well as the fountain located right in the main square.

In addition, please take a look to the place where there was a castle centuries ago, which establishes the original nucleus of this town. The castle was built during the Islamic era but it gradually disappeared. There is also a windmill very well preserved and it still works! Enjoy and learn about the traditional milling grain.

And Odemira is such a unique place that you can also enjoy activities related to Nature.

Memories from Santa Clara-a-Velha...

And talking about Odemira, the awesome village of Santa Clara-a-Velha comes to my mind. This is a small, rural and very genuine village. Here, agriculture is the predominant activity. The forest occupies the major area of this community. Around here, everything is green, very rough, very healthy. Ah! And it's so close to the fantastic village of Vila Nova de Mil Fontes that also deserves a long visit.

The village of Santa Clara-a-Velha is very white, flowery and it was developed around the Church of St. ª Clara de Assis, the patron saint. It still preserves its ancient identity and, therefore, visiting this village is like invading a territory that only exists in the most epic movies. It's simply lovely. And people here are friendly, they always smile and give us a lovely welcome.

In this village, you cannot forget a visit to its Church, which dates from the first half of the sixteenth century, the D. Maria Bridge, built in the eighteenth century and known as the Roman Bridge, the fountain of Azinhal (with a beautiful picnic area) and the water mirror of Santa Clara, a giant lake with numerous nooks and islets (one of the most important site of Odemira).

In addition, the Santa Clara Dam, around four kilometers from the village, also deserves a visit. It was built during the Portuguese dictatorship and it is considered one of the largest in Europe.

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My Travel Notes: Travelling Through Costa Vicentina. Travel Blog

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My Travel Notes: Travelling Through Costa Vicentina, one of the biggest pearls of Portugal. Follow our trip! Costa Vicentina is one of the biggest pearls of Portugal. And a trip through this Portuguese treasure is unforgettable. And so... I put the map on my hand and I walked, walked, walked.

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Sunday Satsang at Monte Sahaja

Mooji offers Satsang at Monte Sahaja on Sunday afternoons whenever possible. Sometimes, these satsangs are followed by Tea Satsang, where Mooji reads letters and shares his responses. These Sunday afternoons with Moojibaba are a beautiful way for people all over the world to come together for this sharing of Satsang with the Master, with thousands joining from home via live Internet broadcast.

This year there is a change to the way Sunday Satsang is being offered at Monte Sahaja. Previously it was possible to attend without prior registration. However, as Sunday Satsangs are part of the program of Monte Sahaja, they are for sincere seekers with a burning desire for Truth. These are not 'drop-in' Satsangs.

If you feel a genuine connection with Moojibaba and his pointings and wish to come to Sunday Satsang, you are welcome to apply here.

Sunday Satsang Schedule

Currently there is no Sunday Satsang scheduled. Please be aware that Sunday Satsangs do not happen every week. On days when Sunday Satsang is offered, the day's schedule is:

14:00 - 14:45 Arrival
15:00 Satsang
17:30 Chai Break
18:00 Tea Satsang (when offered)

Satsang generally goes for 1.5 - 2 hours, but can occasionally also run longer. The schedule is also subject to change, so please check back here regularly. Attendance is by donation.

Information about other events with Moojibaba can be found here.

Sunday Satsang Guidelines

Sunday Satsang is for those who are genuinely drawn to Self-discovery. It is an opportunity to be immersed in the spirit of Truth. This environment is not for the merely curious, but for those with a sincere and wholehearted commitment to Self-discovery. These guidelines are in place to facilitate your awakening. Therefore, by attending Sunday Satsang you agree to:

Approach Satsang with the understanding that it is not a casual event-it is for those earnestly seeking Self-realisation in this life.

Remain inside the Satsang Hall until Mooji has left the room. This is out of respect for what he is offering to all of us. Please understand and respect that it is only during Satsang that Mooji invites questions-he will not receive questions afterwards.

Be on time. You are welcome to arrive at Monte Sahaja from 2pm onwards. Please do not arrive earlier, but also keep in mind that it is a 5-10 minute walk from the parking area to the Satsang space so allow yourself good time to arrive. If you arrive after Satsang has begun, you may not be able to enter the space.

Wear modest clothing; avoiding tight, revealing, or transparent clothing.

We do not have a separate designated space for children. Please do not bring your child to Satsang unless they are truly interested and are able to participate quietly for the whole program.

Do not bring your dogs or other pets to the Sunday Satsangs.

It is essential that everyone who is considering attending Sunday Satsang at Monte Sahaja first watches this important video: An Invitation to Freedom.

Accommodation

If you have been invited to visit Monte Sahaja for Sunday Satsang and wish to stay in the surrounding area, you must arrange your accommodation before you come. Monte Sahaja is located in a very remote and rural part of Portugal and accommodation is limited. Please be aware that Free camping or 'wild camping' is strictly prohibited in this area. This includes camper vans parked in public spaces and in the villages.

If you plan to stay in the area after Sunday Satsang and you would like to visit Monte Sahaja, it is necessary to apply separately. Please click here for more information.

Live Broadcast and Recordings

When offered, Sunday Satsangs are broadcast live on Mooji.TV and you can join from anywhere in the world on the Live Satsang page. It is also possible to view previous Sunday Satsangs on Mooji.tv, many of which are also translated into a range of different languages.

If you have limited internet bandwidth or you are on the road, you can also listen to Live Satsang on the audio-only channel mooji.tv/radio.

Live Translations

Live translation will be available in different languages both onsite and online. The languages offered may change, so please check here closer to the date.

This translation service is lovingly offered by a team of devoted, non-professional interpreters. It is very helpful for some participants to listen to Satsang in their native language, however please be aware that there is always the possibility that some of Mooji's words or meaning is missing or not translated perfectly. Naturally, Mooji's own, unfiltered words are the highest and most powerful transmission, but many have benefitted deeply from listening to the live translation.

Please note that live translation is offered only for Satsang. All other communication and written information will be available only in English.

To access the onsite translation service at Monte Sahaja you will need:
a smartphone or tablet/iPad;
headphones compatible with your device;
to install the VLC player app for Android or iOS.

For more details about the online broadcast check here.

There are no dialogues in the world.
It is all a divine monologue.
For in reality there are not two.
There is only the single reality
in its appearance as many.

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Em Portugal, existe apenas uma ecoaldeia no sentido real do termo, Tamera (Odemira) com cerca de 100 habitantes permanentes, a grande maioria dos quais de nacionalidade estrangeira. Várias das eco-quintas e eco-comunidades abaixo indicadas são quintas biológicas, quase todas criadas por casais estrangeiros, que acolhem voluntários temporários (woofing), e alguns habitantes permamentes, formando grupos que variam entre os 2 e os 10 indivíduos (alguns dos quais portugueses).

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O cantinho verde: Lista ecoaldeias em Portugal

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O cantinho verde: Lista ecoaldeias em Portugal

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Em Portugal, existe apenas uma ecoaldeia no sentido real do termo, Tamera (Odemira) com cerca de 100 habitantes permanentes, a grande maioria dos quais de nacionalidade estrangeira. Várias das eco-quintas e eco-comunidades abaixo indicadas são quintas biológicas, quase todas criadas por casais estrangeiros, que acolhem voluntários temporários (woofing), e alguns habitantes permamentes, formando grupos que variam entre os 2 e os 10 indivíduos (alguns dos quais portugueses) Alguns destes projectos aspiram a transformar-se em ecoaldeias como o projecto Fortuna Verde (Mondim de Bastos), a Quinta da Cabeça do Mato (Tábua) ou a Terramada (Castro Marim), . Em relação a projectos criados por jovens portugueses, o Centro de Convergência do Gaia é um exemplo de uma eco-comunidade estabelecida numa aldeia alentejana, com foco considerável na vida comunitária e ecológica. Existem provavelmente outros portugueses, mas dos quais não tenho conhecimento.

A Casa de Santa Isabel (Seia) é uma comunidade de cerca de 50 habitantes, dos quais uma parte significativa é portuguesa, focada na educação Waldorf. A vida comunitária e ecológica assume igualmente um relevo importante. Um caso diferente é Rio de Onor, uma antiga aldeia comunitária, constítuida quase só por portugueses que ali nasceram (a maioria de idade avançada) e sem um foco intencional nas práticas ecológicas, mas com partilha comunitária que descende de várias gerações. Existem depois vários grupos e associações relacionados com práticas ecológicas, que no entanto não constituem o carácter de uma comunidade intencional estabelecida, como a Associação Aldeia (Vimioso), o Colectivo Germinal (Lousã), a Colher para Semear (Leiria), a Semente de Futuro (Arouca). Estes grupos são criados e formados na sua maioria por portugueses, com números em geral entre os 10 e 30 membros. Por último, existem também espaços de carácter comunitário e com foco mais espiritual, como o Monte Mariposa (Tavira), e provavelmente outros mas dos quais não tenho ainda conhecimento.

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Em Portugal, existe apenas uma ecoaldeia no sentido real do termo, Tamera (Odemira) com cerca de 100 habitantes permanentes, a grande maioria dos quais de nacionalidade estrangeira.

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Terramada es una asociación de Permacultura que fue creada para el desarrollo sostenible del ser humano, de su habitat y del planeta. Respeta el princípio básico da permacultura "como" y "a favor de" la Naturaleza. Está integrada en la reserva natural de la pres de Beliche, en la zona de Barrocal Algarvio, donde el proceso de desertificación de los suelos y humano avanza a pasos agigantados. Terramada surge en este contexto para ayudar en la solución del problema. La permacultura es la base. Ésta favorece un mejor cuidado de la tierra y la armonización entre todos los elementos del ecossistema. Aliada a la reflorestación, ha contribuído ejemplarmente para la inversión del proceso de desertificación en la zona. Promovemos la educación ambiental acogiendo grupos para la realización de actividades en el ámbito de la permacultura, ecología y sostenibilidad. Destacamos: la reflorestación, el cultivo y la manuteción de uma huerta ecológica en permacultura, elo uso de energías renovables, la reducción y reutilización de basuras y resíduos (a través de compostage, de vermicultura, de construción...)

Membership & Visitors

Workshop-visitors welcome, Non-working Guests welcome, Volunteers welcome,

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Terramada es una asociación de Permacultura que fue creada para el desarrollo sostenible del ser humano, de su habitat y del planeta. Respeta el princípio básico da permacultura "como" y "a favor de" la Naturaleza. Está integrada en la reserva natural de la pres de Beliche, en la zona de Barrocal Algarvio, donde el proceso ...

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VISITA DE ESTUDOS DO COLECTIVO EDUCAÇÃO EM PERMACULTURA

Domingo 6 de julho recibimos en Terramada a visita de estudo de um grupo da Academia Portuguesa de Permacultura, cujo testimunho foi o seguinte:

"Depois uma bela refeição vegetariana feita de produtos locais, a Geneviève

guiounos numa visita ao projecto. Começámos pelas casas de banho secas e pelos chuveiros,

cujas águas cinzentas são tratadas numa fitoETAR distribuída em socalcos e com uma grande variedade de espécies macrofitas.

De seguida fomos ver um tipi que, na realidade, é uma construção natural de canas e cob (terra, areia e palha)

Continuámos a visita e passámos por um dome totalmente feito de forma artesanal e económica. Ao longo do passeio identificámos várias espécies, algumas nativas, outras exóticas, distribuídas pela paisagem nos vários microclimas já existentes e criados.

Visitámos o pomar das galinhas, um galinheiro com árvores de fruto.

Daí seguimos para a horta, onde foi impressionante testemunhar a qualidade do solo, que vem sido regenerado ao longo de mais de 20 anos.

Observámos várias espécies de hortícolas, que compõem as hortas em camas elevadas deliciandonos com as suas cores e sabores. Vimos uma variedade de amoras em arbustos sem picos, vindas da Suiça.

Terminámos a visita na barragem do Beliche, na qual esta quinta está inserida."

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VISITA DE ESTUDOS DO COLECTIVO EDUCAÇÃO EM PERMACULTURA Domingo 6 de julho recibimos en Terramada a visita de estudo de um grupo da Academia Portuguesa de Permacultura, cujo testimunho foi o seguinte: "Depois uma bela refeição vegetariana feita de produtos locais, a Geneviève guiou­nos numa visita ao projecto.

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Ecovillage Transition Strategies | Global Ecovillage Network

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Ecovillage Transition Strategies | Global Ecovillage Network

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" You never change the existing reality by fighting it. Instead, create a new model that makes the old one obsolete." - Buckminster Fuller

Catalysing Community-led Change

Eradicating Poverty

Restoring Natural Environments

Achieving Climate Resilience

Implementing the SDGs

The EDP catalyses the power of community for the national implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Paris Climate Agreements.

For the past 20 years the Global Ecovillage Network (GEN) and its regional affiliate, GEN Africa, have been developing a transformative model for regeneration. GEN uses an integrated, community-led approach to transition communities to resilience and restore their environments.

The Ecovillage Development Program is designed to radically reform current development practices, putting communities, sustainability, and wealth creation at the heart of the development process. Recent studies show that financial support for community-led development is more efficient than conventional, top-down interventions . The full and inclusive participation of communities on the ground in the conception and implementation of activities, together with the sharing and transferring of expertise and grounded experience is fundamental to GEN's work.

Communities who want to regenerate their natural environments, preserve cultural heritage, increase social resilience and improve livelihoods become powerful agents of change. The Ecovillage Development Programme brings together local, community owned development, with transformative, region or nation wide change.

The Ecovillage Development Programme is adapted to local contexts, but will typically involve:
Step 1: Inviting and Participating
A baseline study for a particular region or country is conducted, identifying existing legal and regulatory frameworks, outlining measures governments could take for an 'enabling' environment' and mapping existing ecovillage projects and supportive organisations. During a GEN Consultancy visit, inspirational ecovillage solutions from around the world are shared, showing how ecovillage is a process, not an outcome. Communities decide whether they wish to participate in the Ecovillage programme.
Step 2: Planning and Integrating
A Process of Regenerative Ecovillage Design is facilitated in each of the Pilot Villages, allowing local stakeholders to identify assets, needs and leverage points for their community. In a participatory process, the community formulates Phase 1 of their Ecovillage Development Plan, building on and adding to a recognised palette of best practice solutions in all four dimensions of sustainability: ecology, economy, the social and culture, integrated into a whole systems design.
Step 3. Training and Implementing
Demand-driven trainings might be required during the implementation of Phase 1 of the Ecovillage Development Plan. While some of the technologies used may be complex, there is a focus on low tech solutions that can be installed, repaired and maintained by local teams, thus providing local ownership, employment and long term sustainability. GEN works in close partnerships with relevant local NGO and CSO networks so that skills and resources can be shared in a synergetic and systemic way.
Step 4. Evaluating and Celebrating
The end of year 1 is marked by monitoring and evaluating the outcomes and impact of Ecovillage Development in each of the pilot communities. An Ecovillage Open Day or Conference is organised where wins, inspiration and change stories are celebrated and feedback is gathered. Typically, a next round of communities will be inspired by the positive changes and gain interest to become involved, as evidenced in countries like Senegal, Tanzania and the Gambia.
Step 5. Refining and Scaling
The first circle of Ecovillages refine and expand their Ecovillage Development Plan - Phase 2. As skills, capacities and income within the communities grow, more opportunities become available. Now that these Ecovillages are up and running and regenerative Ecovillage development is well underway, the next round of communities who wish to be part of the programme are identified and the process starts again.

Ecovillages become a breeding ground for innovation, regeneration and information-sharing that spin off technologies and systems for in-country scaling up. GEN's long established network, reaching out to 10,000 communities around the world, brings a wealth of inspiring examples and pre-tested solutions to the table. Hubs from different pilot countries can share data, resources, and skills regionally and internationally, causing a sort of positive snowball effect.

The Ecovillage Development Programme will be designed to be SMART in nature, employing Specific Measurable, Achievable action, focused on Results with T imelines for implementation. It will be monitored on a regular basis and evaluated after two years by independent specialists to verify that it was achieving its objectives.

Social entrepreneurship allows ecovillages to raise living standards and invest in their own development. Ecological restoration, pride in cultural heritage and social resilience further increase inner and outer wealth.

In past years, the government of Senegal has adopted a radical national program to transition 14,000 villages into ecovillages and this process is well underway. Zimbabwe and Morocco both signed an MOU for large-scale ecovillage expansion with GEN. Burkina Faso has decided to implement 2000 ecovillages by 2020. In all, 22 Governments have already expressed an interest in large scale ecovillage development.

We believe the EDP represents a radically different, scalable, and effective new approach to meeting SDG targets and implementing the Climate Change Agreements.

Write to us at [email protected] to start the conversation or find out how you can get involved with the Ecovillage Development program.

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Ecovillage Development Programmes - Building Ecovillage Projects around the World

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" You never change the existing reality by fighting it. Instead, create a new model that makes the old one obsolete." - Buckminster Fuller Catalysing Community-led Change Eradicating Poverty Restoring Natural Environments Achieving Climate Resilience Implementing the SDGs The EDP catalyses the power of community for the national implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Paris Climate Agreements.

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What is an Ecovillage? | Global Ecovillage Network

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An ecovillage is an intentional, traditional or urban community that is consciously designed through locally owned participatory processes in all four dimensions of sustainability (social, culture, ecology and economy) to regenerate social and natural environments.

What is an Ecovillage? GEN's definition of 'ecovillage' is broad, allowing for many different kinds of communities and projects to be recognised. Because each ecovillage is designed by the people who live there, according to their vision, context, culture and interests, no two are alike.

While every ecovillage is unique, GEN categorizes them into three general categories:

urban - communities or eco-neighbourhoods with a common vision to reinvent life in the city to become more sustainable, collaborative and participatory;

traditional - existing rural villages and communities that decide to design their own pathway into the future, using participatory processes to combine life-sustaining traditional wisdom and positive new innovation

intentional - created by people who come together afresh with a shared purpose or vision.

Learn more about What is an Ecovillage

GEN evolved organically to bring together this rich and diverse tapestry of ecovillages that had grown independently around the world. In our book 'Ecovillages - 1001 Ways to Heal the Planet', you can read the moving stories that lie behind such places of inspiration, stories about the courage, faith and leadership it takes to move from dream to manifestation. In our Ecovillage database you can gain a first overview.

Today, GEN reaches out to around 10.000 communities on all continents. We have learned that, while there is no one way of being an ecovillage, there are three core practices shared by all:

1. Being rooted in local participatory processes

2. Integrating social, cultural, economic and ecological dimensions in a whole systems approach to sustainability

3. Actively restoring and regenerating their social and natural environments

For communities wanting to join GEN, we have developed Guidelines for Ecovillage Recognition, linked to the Ecovillage Playing Cards, which depict ecovillage principles divided into five groups - the four dimensions of sustainability - social, culture ecology and economy - arranged around one central path - whole systems design.

The Playing Cards illustrate and distill years of experimentation and learning within our global network, as well as current research on resilience, sustainability and participatory design. The cards are a tool for play, reflection, dialogue, learning, research and design - for individuals, groups, projects, organizations and communities. They allow existing and newly forming communities to quickly map strengths and weaknesses, and find leverage points for successful next steps.

Everything GEN does and stands for grows from our belief in the potential of communities, and individuals within those communities, to find solutions that are driven by heart, not profit. How can we live high quality, low impact lifestyles that heal and restore, rather than destroy our environments? How can we give back rather than take more? Small lifestyle changes like growing and eating healthy food, using renewable energy resources, recycling, gifting, sharing, or reaching out to a neighbour, can all be starting points. As we continue down these routes, we might well find ourselves starting the next ecovillage! (see the GEN Manifesto)
What ecovillages are not

An Ecovillage is not a particular outcome, but an ongoing process. Each ecovillage is a living and learning centre for a regenerative future, a place of continuous exploration.

Ecovillages are not designed by outside developers, architects or experts, but by communities themselves.

Ecovillages do not focus solely on ecology, even though many ecovillages start with a strong focus on the ecological dimension. Preservation and restoration of nature can only succeed when the social fabric is strong, cultural heritage is celebrated and people find ways to marry their love for the planet with their need to make a living. Experience has shown that, given enough time, ecovillages will naturally develop to encompass all four dimensions of sustainability.

Ecovillages are not islands for the rich and middle class. Some of the most vulnerable and marginalized communities in the 'Global South' and communities with the lowest recorded eco-footprints in the 'Global North' are engaged in GEN. Ecovillages in the 'North' typically focus on simplifying lifestyles to bring their ecological impacts below local and global carrying capacities. They have some of the lowest recorded eco-footprints, with Findhorn in the UK at 50%, Sieben Linden in Germany at 30%, ? in Denmark at 30% and ? in USA at 20% of their national average! Ecovillages in the 'South' typically focus on preserving precious low-impact traditions, while improving living standards.

Communities do not need to call themselves an 'Ecovillage' in order to be recognised by GEN.

Ecovillages and Ecovillage projects
In GEN, we are currently engaging in a lively discussion re the distinction between ecovillages and ecovillage projects, which are local initiatives that inspire, educate and foster ecovillage lifestyles, without constituting a certain number of people living together as a community.

Examples of ecovillage projects can be educational centres (like the Centre for Alternative Technology in Wales, UK), green schools, permaculture centres and agro-ecological farms, transition initiatives, social and community enterprises, online communities, etc. And, leading on from this distinction, we are wondering what would constitute a minimum number of inhabitants for ecovillages. Maybe 30? Some ecovillages have as little as 20-30 inhabitants, while others have many thousands.
Ecovillages and Societal Transformation
Ecovillages help to implement the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and Climate Agreements on local levels. Many social innovations developed in ecovillages can be transferred and replicated (see the GEN Solution Library) - and local solutions to global challenges add up - over time, ecovillages become a force for positive societal transformation!

SDG11 aims to make all cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable by 2030. Within GEN, we say that every village needs to become an ecovillage and every city a green city. In order to achieve these goals, the ecovillage approach needs to be dramatically scaled up without losing its core values of being locally owned, participatory processes. We are currently developing tools for further implementation and streamlining of GEN's 5 Ecovillage Programmes:

Ecovillage Incubation Programme: set up new intentional communities and ecovillages

Ecovillage Transition/Development Programme: develop existing settlements into ecovillages on regional and national levels (see the Pan African Ecovillage Development Programme)

Greening Schools for Sustainable Communities Programme: set up green schools as hubs for whole community sustainable development.

EmerGENcies Programme: rebuild communities after disaster or with refugees (see the EmerGENcies Concept Note)

Urban Eco-Neighbourhoods Programme

Conclusion:
What is an ecovillage? Some will say the vision of ecovillages is utopian, some will say that the world of 2017 has no place for such dreamers. But others, who have lived this vision, know that humans really can live in a way that not only sustains, but even regenerates the social and natural fabric of life.

GEN knows that the holistic creativity and innovation which ecovillages bring, when combining the wise use of modern technology and resources with traditional heritage and wisdom, can massively contribute to addressing our global issues of poverty and environmental destruction. We can build a world living within its own means, and at peace with itself.

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What is an Ecovillage - Discover Innovative Eco Communities

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An ecovillage is an intentional, traditional or urban community that is consciously designed through locally owned participatory processes in all four dimensions of sustainability (social, culture, ecology and economy) to regenerate social and natural environments. What is an Ecovillage? GEN's definition of 'ecovillage' is broad, allowing for many different kinds of communities and projects to be recognised.

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Tipi Valley Surf & Yoga Eco Camp in Algarve, Portugal

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Tipi Valley Surf & Yoga Eco Camp in Algarve, Portugal

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Tipi Valley is an ecological surf and yoga retreat in the western Algarve, Portugal.

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Tipi Valley is an ecological surf and yoga retreat.

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Tipi Valley is an ecological surf and yoga glamping retreat in the western Algarve, Portugal. This tipi glamping style retreat offers all-inclusive yoga and surf holidays.

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Monte Mariposa is a Retreat Centre where people come together to learn, teach, experience, exchange and inspire others.

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We are a Portuguese Catalan family that moved to Portugal in 2013. Our farm has 2 ha and it's only 30 km from Lisbon. We grow vegetables and fruits and we try to create a sustainable life and farm.

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SIDS - Sistema de Indicadores de Desenvolvimento Sustentável do Algarve

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SIDS - Sistema de Indicadores de Desenvolvimento Sustentável do Algarve

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SIDS - Sistema de Indicadores de Desenvolvimento Sustentável do Algarve

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COMISSÃO DE COORDENAÇÃO E DESENVOLVIMENTO REGIONAL DO ALGARVE

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Quinta do Vale da Lama - Permaculture Institute in TV Program Biosfera RTP2 - YouTube

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Quinta do Vale da Lama - Permaculture Institute in TV Program Biosfera RTP2 - YouTube

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Project New Discoveries Association and Environment Education

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Instituto Português de Permacultura do Vale da Lama

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Projecto Novas Descobertas e Educação Ambiental

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Quinta do Vale da Lama - Permaculture Institute in TV Program Biosfera RTP2

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Reportagem do Programa Biosfera da RTP2, na Quinta do Vale da Lama no Algarve, concelho de Lagos (Odiáxere), relacionada com as actividades desenvolvidas na Quinta: Instituto de Permacultura, Projecto Novas Descobertas e Educação Ambiental. Biosfera TV Program in RTP2. Quinta do Vale da Lama in Algarve, Lagos council (Odiáxere.

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Monte Mariposa is a Retreat Centre where people come together to learn, teach, experience, exchange and inspire others.

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https://www.tamera.org/main-menu/contact/