Ideas, analysis and news on energy, water, waste and carbon. Energy transition, efficiency and sustainability, explained by the Enbiente team.https://enbiente.com/en/blogen-GBhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/aumento-preco-eletricidade-outubro-2026https://enbiente.com/en/blog/aumento-preco-eletricidade-outubro-2026Electricity prices rose by 2.7% in October 2026. Find out who was affected, how bills changed and how to choose a better energy deal.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTSelf-consumptionEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/quanto-custa-aquecer-uma-casa-em-2026-gashttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/quanto-custa-aquecer-uma-casa-em-2026-gasGas and electricity prices increased in October 2026. Compare the costs of heating using gas, heating oil, or a heat pump, including examples.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTStorageSelf-consumptionHVACEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/comunidade-de-talento-enbientehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/comunidade-de-talento-enbienteDiscover Enbiente's Talent Community: a place to share your experience and connect with future opportunities in engineering, energy, technology and management.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTCareerhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/gestao-de-energia-a-iso-50001-como-alavancahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/gestao-de-energia-a-iso-50001-como-alavancaDiscover how ISO 50001 helps companies manage energy, cut costs, meet requirements and improve efficiency and sustainability.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTIncentives & PolicyEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-condominios-maioria-simpleshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-condominios-maioria-simplesSince 1 July 2026, renewable energy generation systems in condominiums can be approved by a simple majority. We explain what changed, how collective self-consumption works and what should be assessed before moving forward.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionIncentives & Policyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/mapa-verde-zonas-aceleracao-renovaveishttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/mapa-verde-zonas-aceleracao-renovaveisPortugal’s new Green Map identifies more than 800 areas to accelerate solar and wind projects, with shorter licensing timeframes and new rules for Renewable Energy Acceleration Areas.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVIncentives & PolicyEnergy Transitionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/joao-salgado-re-plus-portugal-2026-flexibilidade-energeticahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/joao-salgado-re-plus-portugal-2026-flexibilidade-energeticaEnbiente returns to RE+ Portugal 2026 with João Salgado, the company’s CEO, moderating a panel dedicated to the future of energy flexibility in the Portuguese market.Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTEnergy TransitionStorageInnovation & Technologyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/inversores-alto-risco-ue-seguranca-energeticahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/inversores-alto-risco-ue-seguranca-energeticaThe European Union wants to restrict inverters considered high risk in EU-funded projects, reinforcing the importance of cybersecurity and auditable origin in solar equipment.Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVIncentives & PolicyInnovation & Technologyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/centro-2030-apoio-bombeiros-protecao-civil-centrohttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/centro-2030-apoio-bombeiros-protecao-civil-centroThe CENTRO2030-2024-37 call allows direct applications from volunteer firefighter associations and professional fire brigade bodies, with a €30 million allocation, up to 85% co-financing and applications open until 30 June 2026.Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTIncentives & PolicyEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/apoio-eficiencia-energetica-descarbonizacao-empresas-2026https://enbiente.com/en/blog/apoio-eficiencia-energetica-descarbonizacao-empresas-2026The MPR-2026-01 notice supports business energy efficiency and decarbonisation projects, focused on reducing consumption, modernising processes and technically grounded renewable energy integration.Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTIncentives & PolicyEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/sistema-fotovoltaico-condicoes-meteorologicas-extremashttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/sistema-fotovoltaico-condicoes-meteorologicas-extremasA photovoltaic system’s resilience to rain, wind, snow or storms depends less on the weather and more on the quality of the design, installation and technical follow-up.Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVEnergy EfficiencyStoragehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/apoio-energia-renovavel-agricultura-2026https://enbiente.com/en/blog/apoio-energia-renovavel-agricultura-2026Ordinance No. 481/2025 opens the way for support for self-consumption, batteries, energy efficiency and energy systems linked to water management in the agricultural sector.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTIncentives & PolicySolar PVSelf-consumptionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/apagao-la-palma-resiliencia-energeticahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/apagao-la-palma-resiliencia-energeticaThe blackout in La Palma once again exposed the fragility of energy systems dependent on single points of failure and reinforced the importance of batteries, microgrids, full backup and contingency planning.Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTStorageEnergy Transitionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/carregamento-bicicletas-trotinetes-eletricas-helioshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/carregamento-bicicletas-trotinetes-eletricas-heliosThe Helios solution combines secure parking, smart charging and solar pavement to support light urban mobility in municipalities, companies, universities, shopping centres and condominiums.Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTElectric MobilityInnovation & TechnologySolar PVhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/inversores-chineses-comunicacoes-fantasma-cibersegurancahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/inversores-chineses-comunicacoes-fantasma-cibersegurancaAn analysis of the risk of undocumented communications in solar inverters, the implications for European energy cybersecurity and Enbiente’s technical criteria for selecting auditable equipment.Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVInnovation & TechnologyEnergy Transitionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/apagao-iberico-licoes-resiliencia-energeticahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/apagao-iberico-licoes-resiliencia-energeticaThe blackout of 28 April 2025 exposed structural weaknesses in the Iberian electricity system, from Portugal and Spain’s energy interdependence to the need for storage, interconnections and intelligent management.Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTStorageEnergy Transitionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/apagao-portugal-autonomia-energeticahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/apagao-portugal-autonomia-energeticaThe April 2025 blackout revealed the vulnerability of full dependence on the electricity grid and reinforced the urgency of solar systems with storage, full backup and real energy autonomy.Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTStorageSelf-consumptionSolar PVhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/mobilidade-eletrica-portugal-novas-regras-carregamentohttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/mobilidade-eletrica-portugal-novas-regras-carregamentoThe new proposals for electric mobility in Portugal aim to simplify tariffs, limit fixed costs and strengthen transparency in contracts and charging points.Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTElectric MobilityIncentives & Policyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-imi-fake-newshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-imi-fake-newsA clarification of the false idea that installing solar panels increases IMI property tax, explaining the legal context, fiscal benefits and property value impact.Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionIncentives & Policyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/mercado-voluntario-creditos-carbono-portugalhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/mercado-voluntario-creditos-carbono-portugalAn explanation of Portugal’s Voluntary Carbon Market, opportunities for renewables, agriculture and forestry, and the technical support needed to generate carbon credits.Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMTBusiness & ESGEnergy Transitionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/portugal-energia-limpa-sul-europahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/portugal-energia-limpa-sul-europaAn analysis of Portugal’s role in the energy transition, focusing on renewables, solar, wind, self-consumption, storage and grid challenges.Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMTEnergy TransitionSolar PVStoragehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/eficiencia-energetica-descarbonizacao-empresas-ciehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/eficiencia-energetica-descarbonizacao-empresas-ciePractical solutions for energy-intensive companies to reduce costs, improve efficiency and move forward with decarbonisation.Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMTEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGEnergy Transitionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/pacto-global-onu-sustentabilidade-enbientehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/pacto-global-onu-sustentabilidade-enbienteEnbiente formalised its application to the United Nations Global Compact, reinforcing its commitment to social, environmental and business ethics.Thu, 20 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMTBusiness & ESGEnergy Transitionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/criterios-esg-empresas-sustentabilidadehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/criterios-esg-empresas-sustentabilidadeAn introduction to ESG criteria, their three pillars and how renewable energy and energy efficiency improve environmental performance, reputation and competitiveness.Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTBusiness & ESGEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/carregador-inteligente-ve-vantagenshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/carregador-inteligente-ve-vantagensExplanation of smart charger advantages, including power management, safety, monitoring and professional installation.Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMTElectric MobilityInnovation & Technologyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/tempo-carregamento-veiculos-eletricoshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/tempo-carregamento-veiculos-eletricosGuide to the factors affecting electric vehicle charging, including battery capacity, available power, charger limits, temperature, state of charge and smart management.Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMTElectric MobilityEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditoria-energetica-empresas-4-razoeshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditoria-energetica-empresas-4-razoesFour reasons to carry out an energy audit: savings, team engagement, emissions reduction and strategic planning.Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMTEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/erros-evitar-sistema-fotovoltaicohttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/erros-evitar-sistema-fotovoltaicoFour common mistakes when buying photovoltaic systems: choosing only by price, ignoring quality, poor sizing and neglecting after-sales support.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/venda-excedente-fotovoltaico-autoconsumohttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/venda-excedente-fotovoltaico-autoconsumoGuide to solar self-consumption and surplus sale, including legalisation, bidirectional meter, producer CPE and Enbiente support.Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionIncentives & Policyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditoria-hidrica-eficiencia-aguahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditoria-hidrica-eficiencia-aguaIntroduction to water audits, diagnostic stages, waste identification and saving measures for homes, companies and industry.Thu, 18 May 2023 00:00:00 GMTWaterEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/piso-solar-solum-carregamento-vehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/piso-solar-solum-carregamento-veIntroduction to Solum’s Solar Pavement, Arena, Helios and Helios-G solutions, and their potential for sustainable urban charging.Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMTElectric MobilitySolar PVInnovation & Technologyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/vida-util-paineis-solareshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/vida-util-paineis-solaresExplanation of solar panel durability, factors that extend lifespan, maintenance and the importance of certified brands and installation.Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-fachada-fotovoltaicahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-fachada-fotovoltaicaIntroduction to photovoltaic façade systems, a vertical solution for generating energy on external walls with architectural integration.Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVInnovation & Technologyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-telhado-danos-mitohttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-telhado-danos-mitoClarification on solar panel roof installation, explaining how technical design, professional installation and suitable mounting structures prevent damage.Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/producao-fotovoltaica-verao-paineis-solareshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/producao-fotovoltaica-verao-paineis-solaresExplanation of seasonal photovoltaic production and the impact of day length, cloud cover, temperature, installation quality and maintenance.Fri, 17 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/limpeza-paineis-solares-manutencaohttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/limpeza-paineis-solares-manutencaoGuide to solar panel cleaning, efficiency losses caused by dirt, recommended frequency and safe methods.Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/proibicao-lampadas-2023-ledhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/proibicao-lampadas-2023-ledSummary of European restrictions on certain fluorescent and halogen lamps and the advantages of transitioning to LED technology.Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMTEnergy EfficiencyIncentives & Policyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/incentivo-fiscal-producao-renovavelhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/incentivo-fiscal-producao-renovavelExplanation of the tax incentive for selling renewable surplus up to €1,000 per year and Enbiente’s support in self-consumption.Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMTIncentives & PolicySelf-consumptionSolar PVhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/aquareturn-poupanca-hidricahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/aquareturn-poupanca-hidricaIntroduction to AquaReturn, a solution that prevents hot water waste and reduces water and energy consumption in homes.Fri, 23 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMTWaterEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/energia-solar-valorizacao-imovelhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/energia-solar-valorizacao-imovelArticle on property value increase linked to solar energy, monthly savings, sustainability and return on investment.Tue, 20 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditorias-energeticas-prr-eficienciahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditorias-energeticas-prr-eficienciaSummary of the role of energy audits in PRR applications, with examples of efficiency measures, photovoltaics, LED, heating and solar thermal.Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMTIncentives & PolicyEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/bomba-calor-casa-eficientehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/bomba-calor-casa-eficienteExplanation of heat pump operation, types and advantages for domestic hot water, climate control, energy efficiency and photovoltaic integration.Thu, 18 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMTHVACEnergy EfficiencySolar PVhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/projeto-fotovoltaico-mo-cozinhashttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/projeto-fotovoltaico-mo-cozinhasA 27.20 kWp solar PV system for MO Cozinhas, designed to reduce energy costs, cut CO₂ emissions and strengthen corporate sustainability.Thu, 07 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVBusiness & ESGSelf-consumptionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/projeto-fotovoltaico-visoparts-sustentabilidadehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/projeto-fotovoltaico-visoparts-sustentabilidadeEnergy audit, consumption optimisation and photovoltaic installation to support Visoparts in reducing emissions, costs and energy dependence.Wed, 29 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/dia-mundial-energia-poupanca-sustentavelhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/dia-mundial-energia-poupanca-sustentavelThirteen simple everyday practices to reduce energy consumption and a reflection on the role of renewable energy in sustainability.Sun, 29 May 2022 00:00:00 GMTEnergy EfficiencyEnergy Transitionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/repowereu-energia-segura-limpa-europahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/repowereu-energia-segura-limpa-europaThe European REPowerEU plan and its core pillars: energy efficiency, faster renewable deployment and diversified energy supply.Thu, 26 May 2022 00:00:00 GMTEnergy TransitionIncentives & PolicyEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-sem-ruido-visualhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-sem-ruido-visualHow to integrate solar panels with energy efficiency and visual harmony, respecting the building’s orientation, tilt and architecture.Tue, 24 May 2022 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionInnovation & Technologyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditoria-energetica-empresas-eficienteshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditoria-energetica-empresas-eficientesWhat an energy audit is, its main stages and how it helps companies reduce costs, emissions and waste.Wed, 11 May 2022 00:00:00 GMTEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/smart-home-enbiente-monitorizacao-energiahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/smart-home-enbiente-monitorizacao-energiaA Smart Home system for monitoring electrical current, temperature and humidity with real-time data and support for household energy savings.Fri, 06 May 2022 00:00:00 GMTInnovation & TechnologyEnergy Efficiencyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/candidaturas-prr-eficiencia-energeticahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/candidaturas-prr-eficiencia-energeticaEnbiente technical support for PRR applications, from audit and energy certificate to study, submission and follow-up.Fri, 08 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMTIncentives & PolicyEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/solarcoin-producao-energia-solarhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/solarcoin-producao-energia-solarHow photovoltaic systems with SMA inverters can accumulate SolarCoins for each MWh of solar energy produced.Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionInnovation & Technologyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/licenciamento-centrais-solares-despacho-apa-dgeghttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/licenciamento-centrais-solares-despacho-apa-dgegClarification on exemption from prior EIA assessment for aggregated solar small-production units up to 12 MW under specific conditions.Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMTIncentives & PolicySolar PVhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/descarbonizacao-empresas-4-medidashttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/descarbonizacao-empresas-4-medidasFour practical measures to reduce corporate emissions: replacing equipment, improving efficiency, installing renewables and planning with technical support.Thu, 24 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMTEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGEnergy Transitionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/certificacao-energetica-edificioshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/certificacao-energetica-edificiosWhen energy certification is mandatory, how the process works and which factors determine a building’s energy rating.Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMTEnergy EfficiencyIncentives & Policyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditoria-energetica-empresa-ineficientehttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/auditoria-energetica-empresa-ineficienteEnergy auditing as a tool to identify waste, quantify opportunities and define a plan to reduce consumption and emissions.Thu, 06 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMTEnergy EfficiencyBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-autoconsumo-5-coisashttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/paineis-solares-autoconsumo-5-coisasFive essential points about self-consumption: consumption profile, savings, legislation, maintenance and technical sizing.Wed, 05 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/upac-upp-modelo-sistema-solarhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/upac-upp-modelo-sistema-solarDifferences between self-consumption and full sale to the grid, explaining UPAC, UPP and how to choose according to investment goals.Tue, 04 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionIncentives & Policyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/hidrogenio-verde-transicao-energeticahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/hidrogenio-verde-transicao-energeticaThe role of hydrogen in the energy transition, the difference between grey and green hydrogen and its potential for hard-to-decarbonise sectors.Mon, 06 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMTEnergy TransitionInnovation & Technologyhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/portugal-sem-carvao-neutralidade-carbonicahttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/portugal-sem-carvao-neutralidade-carbonicaThe closure of the Pego power plant marked the end of coal-fired electricity production in Portugal and reinforced the national decarbonisation pathway.Mon, 22 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMTEnergy TransitionBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/protocolo-enbiente-estgv-inovacao-talentohttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/protocolo-enbiente-estgv-inovacao-talentoPartnership between Enbiente and ESTGV to connect higher education, internships, local talent and innovation in renewable energy.Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMTInnovation & TechnologyBusiness & ESGhttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/energia-solar-empresas-perguntas-frequenteshttps://enbiente.com/en/blog/energia-solar-empresas-perguntas-frequentesSeven essential answers for companies considering solar panels, including registration, surplus energy, payback and legal framework.Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMTSolar PVSelf-consumptionBusiness & ESG