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<p>Introduces exceptional measures to simplify procedures for producing energy from renewable sources in Portugal.</p><p>Streamlines licensing and environmental evaluation for electricity production centers:</p><p>• Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) - No longer mandatory outside sensitive areas unless requested.</p><p>• Hydrogen production via electrolysis - Now regulated as non-hazardous and non-polluting.</p><p>• Timeframes - Reduced under sectoral regimes; Inaction = non-opposition.</p><p>Operational Simplifications:</p><p>• Waives need for prior operating license if grid connection is confirmed (DSO must approve still).</p><p>• Sets minimum installation requirements for renewable units (still ensure natural resource protection and biodiversity preservation).</p><p>Community Involvement:</p><p>• Mandates local engagement – Traditional farming; Native species planting; Community gardens; Local electricity supply or co-investment.</p><p>Wind Energy:</p><p>• Existing producers can inject full capacity into the grid without limits (still respecting the assigned injection capacity).</p>
Link to article:
https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/decreto-lei/30-a-2022-182213906
Legislation ; Renewable Energy ; Process Simplification ; Community Involvement
Date: 24/02/2026
<p>Establishes urgent measures to promote energy transition and create employment. It includes provisions to support and promote the development of renewable energy communities and their participation in the electricity market. It aims to remove barriers and facilitate the integration of energy communities into the energy system.</p>
Link to article:
https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2020-6621
Legislation ; Energy Community ; Process Simplification
Date: 24/02/2026
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