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Alonso Miguel delivers firefighting vehicle to Angra do Heroísmo Humanitarian Association of Volunteer Firefighters
Alonso Miguel delivers firefighting vehicle to Angra do Heroísmo Humanitarian Association of Volunteer Firefighters
Secretaria Regional do Ambiente e Ação Climática
Alonso Miguel visited LIFE BEETLES Project intervention areas on Terceira Island
Alonso Miguel visited LIFE BEETLES Project intervention areas on Terceira Island
Secretaria Regional do Ambiente e Ação Climática
Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action promotes creative workshops on sustainable fashion
Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action promotes creative workshops on sustainable fashion
December 9, 2025
Alonso Miguel delivers firefighting vehicle to Angra do Heroísmo Humanitarian Association of Volunteer Firefighters
December 4, 2025
Alonso Miguel visited LIFE BEETLES Project intervention areas on Terceira Island
November 28, 2025
Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action promotes creative workshops on sustainable fashion
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Nota de Imprensa
December 9, 2025
Alonso Miguel delivers firefighting vehicle to Angra do Heroísmo Humanitarian Association of Volunteer Firefighters
On Monday, the Regional Government increased protection and rescue resources in the municipality of Angra do Heroísmo and on the island of Terceira, with the delivery of a new fire truck tanker to the Angra do Heroísmo Humanitarian Association of Volunteer Firefighters, representing an investment of about €350,000. The ceremony was part of the celebrations for the Patron Saint's Day of this institution. It also marked the 103rd anniversary of this association, which has been serving the Angra community for over a century. On this occasion, Alonso Miguel recalled that the Angra do Heroísmo corporation had already received, at the end of June, an emergency ambulance amounting to €90,000, emphasising that the delivery of the fire truck tanker is a continuation of the Government's efforts to renew and enhance resources throughout the Region. The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action, who oversees Civil Protection, stated that this new vehicle represented "a qualitative leap in water transport capacity, self-sufficiency and durability in firefighting scenarios, significantly strengthening the operational capacity of the fire brigade." The government official also highlighted the high volume of activity recorded by the corporation, which recorded more than 8,600 incidents between January 1, 2024, and this Sunday. According to him, it reflects "the strength of the operational product, but also the quality of leadership, the commitment of the teams and the sense of duty of this institution." In the context of the 103rd anniversary celebrations, Alonso Miguel highlighted the "long history and vitality" of the association, built "by generations of dedicated, courageous men and women with a deep sense of public service." He emphasised that the journey of these firefighters represents "a legacy of service honouring the association and the Azores, and continues to be an example of resilience and spirit of mission." During the ceremony, the Regional Secretary reiterated the Government's commitment to modernising and enhancing the firefighting sector. He highlighted measures already implemented, such as career promotion and pay rises for firefighters, the renewal of the red and yellow fleet, the upgrading of the pre-hospital emergency medical service, the acquisition of Personal Protective Equipment and the updating of social benefits granted to firefighters. In this context, the Regional Secretary emphasised that "the Government will continue to implement a wide range of structural investments, namely with the delivery of two new fire engines to the Associations of Vila Franca do Campo and São Roque do Pico, the provision of 17 tactical self-command vehicles, one for each fire brigade in the Region, the delivery of 70 defibrillator monitors for emergency ambulances, the distribution of Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) purchased at a cost of over €300,000, and the continuation of work on the SRPCBA Training Centre, including the construction of a new high-rise training tower." For 2026, the Regional Secretary also highlighted the 50% increase in funds allocated to the financing model of the Firefighters' Associations, from €500,000 to €750,000, and the planned delivery of 12 new emergency ambulances, including one for the Angra do Heroísmo fire brigade. Alonso Miguel concluded his speech by emphasising that "the truth has no answer" and that "the recognition of firefighters is not just empty rhetoric, it is a tangible and visible reality." He reiterated that "the Government will continue to strengthen resources, value careers and work side by side with associations and municipalities to ensure predictability, stability and sustainability in the firefighting sector."
December 9, 2025
Alonso Miguel delivers firefighting vehicle to Angra do Heroísmo Humanitarian Association of Volunteer Firefighters
On Monday, the Regional Government increased protection and rescue resources in the municipality of Angra do Heroísmo and on the island of Terceira, with the delivery of a new fire truck tanker to the Angra do Heroísmo Humanitarian Association of Volunteer Firefighters, representing an investment of about €350,000. The ceremony was part of the celebrations for the Patron Saint's Day of this institution. It also marked the 103rd anniversary of this association, which has been serving the Angra community for over a century. On this occasion, Alonso Miguel recalled that the Angra do Heroísmo corporation had already received, at the end of June, an emergency ambulance amounting to €90,000, emphasising that the delivery of the fire truck tanker is a continuation of the Government's efforts to renew and enhance resources throughout the Region. The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action, who oversees Civil Protection, stated that this new vehicle represented "a qualitative leap in water transport capacity, self-sufficiency and durability in firefighting scenarios, significantly strengthening the operational capacity of the fire brigade." The government official also highlighted the high volume of activity recorded by the corporation, which recorded more than 8,600 incidents between January 1, 2024, and this Sunday. According to him, it reflects "the strength of the operational product, but also the quality of leadership, the commitment of the teams and the sense of duty of this institution." In the context of the 103rd anniversary celebrations, Alonso Miguel highlighted the "long history and vitality" of the association, built "by generations of dedicated, courageous men and women with a deep sense of public service." He emphasised that the journey of these firefighters represents "a legacy of service honouring the association and the Azores, and continues to be an example of resilience and spirit of mission." During the ceremony, the Regional Secretary reiterated the Government's commitment to modernising and enhancing the firefighting sector. He highlighted measures already implemented, such as career promotion and pay rises for firefighters, the renewal of the red and yellow fleet, the upgrading of the pre-hospital emergency medical service, the acquisition of Personal Protective Equipment and the updating of social benefits granted to firefighters. In this context, the Regional Secretary emphasised that "the Government will continue to implement a wide range of structural investments, namely with the delivery of two new fire engines to the Associations of Vila Franca do Campo and São Roque do Pico, the provision of 17 tactical self-command vehicles, one for each fire brigade in the Region, the delivery of 70 defibrillator monitors for emergency ambulances, the distribution of Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) purchased at a cost of over €300,000, and the continuation of work on the SRPCBA Training Centre, including the construction of a new high-rise training tower." For 2026, the Regional Secretary also highlighted the 50% increase in funds allocated to the financing model of the Firefighters' Associations, from €500,000 to €750,000, and the planned delivery of 12 new emergency ambulances, including one for the Angra do Heroísmo fire brigade. Alonso Miguel concluded his speech by emphasising that "the truth has no answer" and that "the recognition of firefighters is not just empty rhetoric, it is a tangible and visible reality." He reiterated that "the Government will continue to strengthen resources, value careers and work side by side with associations and municipalities to ensure predictability, stability and sustainability in the firefighting sector."
Nota de Imprensa
December 4, 2025
Alonso Miguel visited LIFE BEETLES Project intervention areas on Terceira Island
The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action, Alonso Miguel, visited the LIFE BEETLES project intervention areas in Terra Brava, on Terceira Island, this week, as part of the final monitoring visit carried out by the European Commission through CINEA. As it should be noted, LIFE BEETLES is an important nature conservation project, which began in 2020 and will end in late 2025, representing an investment of €1.76 million, with 55% co-financed by the European Union. It is intended to expand the distribution area, population size and conservation status of three native beetle species in the Azores: the ground beetle (Trechus terrabravensis) on Terceira Island, the ironclad beetle (Tarphius florensis) on Flores Island, and the laurocho (Pseudanchomenus aptinoides) on the island of Pico. “In the specific case of Terceira Island, work focused on early detection and removal of invasive plant species in pristine areas such as Caldeira da Serra de Santa Bárbara, Lagoa do Pinheiro and Terra Brava,” stated Alonso Miguel. The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action recalled that "following the implementation of the measures provided for in the LIFE BEETLES project, there has been a significant increase in the populations of the three target species, namely a 60% increase in the case of the ground beetle, more than 200% in the case of the laurocho, and around 250% in the case of the ironclad beetle in Flores. This is an impressive record that clearly demonstrates the success of the implementation of this project over the last six years." The government official emphasised that "the LIFE BEETLES project covered a total area of 354 hectares, spread across the islands of Terceira, Flores and Pico, where work was carried out to control invasive flora, implement natural engineering solutions and plant around 27,000 endemic specimens." Alonso Miguel also emphasised that "this project has led to investments of about €900,000 on Terceira Island, €400,000 on Pico Island and more than €300,000 on Flores Island. It has also created 10 direct jobs, provided training for operational staff, and fitted the environmental and climate action services on these three islands with important equipment and tools for biodiversity preservation and nature conservation work." The Regional Secretary also highlighted the important contribution of the LIFE BEETLES project to promoting environmental education and awareness in the Azores, through the organisation of more than 50 volunteer activities and more than 300 environmental awareness activities, which reached more than 6,000 people. An educational game dedicated to nature conservation was also created and distributed to all schools across the Azores, along with a travelling macro photography exhibition that toured the three islands covered by the project. These have significantly contributed to strengthening environmental literacy and raising awareness among the general public, and particularly in our schools, about the importance of preserving these species and their natural habitats, which provide important ecosystem services to the population," he continued. Alonso Miguel recalled that "four LIFE projects coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action are currently underway in the Region, with three dedicated to nature conservation and another to mitigating and adapting to climate change effects, representing a total investment of over €40 million." The Regional Secretary for the Environment concluded by emphasising that ‘LIFE projects, supported by significant EU funding, are decisive financial and operational instruments for strengthening the Region's capacity." He added: "Besides providing scientific knowledge, technical expertise and financial resources essential for environmental protection, nature conservation and biodiversity preservation, they are a fundamental pillar enabling Member States to effectively meet the targets set by the Nature Restoration Law." “The LIFE BEETLES project will leave an important legacy of knowledge, technical training and improvement of the natural ecosystems of the Azores, with direct repercussions on the preservation of biodiversity and the safety and well-being of the Azoreans,” he concluded. The monitoring visit, which runs until today, on Terceira and Pico, included visits to the intervention areas on these two islands, as well as several meetings to present the work carried out and the results achieved during the implementation of the project in the Region.
December 4, 2025
Alonso Miguel visited LIFE BEETLES Project intervention areas on Terceira Island
The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action, Alonso Miguel, visited the LIFE BEETLES project intervention areas in Terra Brava, on Terceira Island, this week, as part of the final monitoring visit carried out by the European Commission through CINEA. As it should be noted, LIFE BEETLES is an important nature conservation project, which began in 2020 and will end in late 2025, representing an investment of €1.76 million, with 55% co-financed by the European Union. It is intended to expand the distribution area, population size and conservation status of three native beetle species in the Azores: the ground beetle (Trechus terrabravensis) on Terceira Island, the ironclad beetle (Tarphius florensis) on Flores Island, and the laurocho (Pseudanchomenus aptinoides) on the island of Pico. “In the specific case of Terceira Island, work focused on early detection and removal of invasive plant species in pristine areas such as Caldeira da Serra de Santa Bárbara, Lagoa do Pinheiro and Terra Brava,” stated Alonso Miguel. The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action recalled that "following the implementation of the measures provided for in the LIFE BEETLES project, there has been a significant increase in the populations of the three target species, namely a 60% increase in the case of the ground beetle, more than 200% in the case of the laurocho, and around 250% in the case of the ironclad beetle in Flores. This is an impressive record that clearly demonstrates the success of the implementation of this project over the last six years." The government official emphasised that "the LIFE BEETLES project covered a total area of 354 hectares, spread across the islands of Terceira, Flores and Pico, where work was carried out to control invasive flora, implement natural engineering solutions and plant around 27,000 endemic specimens." Alonso Miguel also emphasised that "this project has led to investments of about €900,000 on Terceira Island, €400,000 on Pico Island and more than €300,000 on Flores Island. It has also created 10 direct jobs, provided training for operational staff, and fitted the environmental and climate action services on these three islands with important equipment and tools for biodiversity preservation and nature conservation work." The Regional Secretary also highlighted the important contribution of the LIFE BEETLES project to promoting environmental education and awareness in the Azores, through the organisation of more than 50 volunteer activities and more than 300 environmental awareness activities, which reached more than 6,000 people. An educational game dedicated to nature conservation was also created and distributed to all schools across the Azores, along with a travelling macro photography exhibition that toured the three islands covered by the project. These have significantly contributed to strengthening environmental literacy and raising awareness among the general public, and particularly in our schools, about the importance of preserving these species and their natural habitats, which provide important ecosystem services to the population," he continued. Alonso Miguel recalled that "four LIFE projects coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action are currently underway in the Region, with three dedicated to nature conservation and another to mitigating and adapting to climate change effects, representing a total investment of over €40 million." The Regional Secretary for the Environment concluded by emphasising that ‘LIFE projects, supported by significant EU funding, are decisive financial and operational instruments for strengthening the Region's capacity." He added: "Besides providing scientific knowledge, technical expertise and financial resources essential for environmental protection, nature conservation and biodiversity preservation, they are a fundamental pillar enabling Member States to effectively meet the targets set by the Nature Restoration Law." “The LIFE BEETLES project will leave an important legacy of knowledge, technical training and improvement of the natural ecosystems of the Azores, with direct repercussions on the preservation of biodiversity and the safety and well-being of the Azoreans,” he concluded. The monitoring visit, which runs until today, on Terceira and Pico, included visits to the intervention areas on these two islands, as well as several meetings to present the work carried out and the results achieved during the implementation of the project in the Region.