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Portugal Fined €10M for Failing Biodiversity Protection

3/5/2026

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The European Court of Justice fined Portugal €10 million and ordered a daily penalty of €41,250 until it complies with a 2019 court order regarding the protection of 55 sites.
The court emphasized Portugal's rich biodiversity, which includes numerous habitat types and species.
The European Commission has long pressured Portugal to conserve these areas, including significant national parks and protected landscapes.
The Portuguese government has been contacted for a response.

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The European Court of Justice fined Portugal €10 million and ordered a daily penalty of €41,250 until it complies with a 2019 court order regarding the protection of 55 sites.
The court emphasized Portugal's rich biodiversity, which includes numerous habitat types and species.
The European Commission has long pressured Portugal to conserve these areas, including significant national parks and protected landscapes.
The Portuguese government has been contacted for a response.