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Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action strengthens operational fleet with acquisition of nine electric pick-up vehicles
Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action strengthens operational fleet with acquisition of nine electric pick-up vehicles
Secretaria Regional do Ambiente e Ação Climática
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
December 19, 2025
Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action strengthens operational fleet with acquisition of nine electric pick-up vehicles
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
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Nota de Imprensa
December 19, 2025
Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action strengthens operational fleet with acquisition of nine electric pick-up vehicles
The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action, Alonso Miguel, delivered five electric pick-up trucks today. They are part of a set of vehicles purchased to expand the operational fleet of the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action across all the islands of the archipelago. The remaining four vehicles are expected to arrive in January. According to the government official, "this is an investment of over €730,000, under a pilot action to promote the decarbonisation of regional public administration transport, integrated and co-financed by the LIFE IP CLIMAZ Project. "This significant investment, within the scope of the LIFE IP CLIMAZ Project, has led to the unprecedented introduction of electric vehicles of this type into the Regional Public Administration, specifically with their allocation to the Environment and Climate Action Services of the nine Azorean islands," he added. Alonso Miguel emphasised that "the acquisition of these vehicles represents another specific step towards the decarbonisation of the Regional Public Administration's vehicle fleet, intending to demonstrate that it is now possible to provide highly complex and demanding operational services using more sustainable technological solutions. The FOTON New e-Tuland 2025 PT electric pick-up trucks stand out for their robustness and versatility. These five-seater double-cab vehicles feature four doors and offer both comfort and functionality for operational work teams. They have an open metal cargo box with a useful volume of 1 m³ and a load capacity of up to 905 kg. The Regional Secretary added that these are "fully electric vehicles that contribute to reducing emissions and operating costs, integrating a 130 kW (177 hp) motor and an 88.6 kWh battery, with a range varying between 360 km in the WLTP combined cycle and 470 km in an urban environment, effectively meeting the daily needs of the operational services of this government." "The safety equipment on these vehicles includes ABS, stability and traction control systems, LED lights, power steering and practical solutions such as tow hooks and wall boxes for charging, reinforcing their professional and sustainable purpose," he continued. The Regional Secretary for the Environment explained that "the use of pick-up vehicles is essential for certain public administration departments, which involve more operational tasks. This initiative will allow us, for the first time, to assess the actual working capabilities and performance of electric vehicles of this type in demanding environments and conditions, namely rugged and uneven terrain, such as those where the operational services of the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action operate daily." “In addition to the direct environmental benefits, this measure contributes to reducing fleet operating and maintenance costs, while strengthening the consistency of regional public policies in the field of climate action and energy transition,” he added. Alonso Miguel pointed out that the new vehicles meet the goals set by the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project. They contribute directly to the implementation of one of the measures provided for in the Azores Regional Climate Change Programme, specifically measure TM3, which aims to promote the decarbonisation of the vehicle fleet in the Autonomous Region of the Azores. The Governor emphasised that the LIFE IP CLIMAZ Project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action, is a key element in the implementation of the Regional Climate Change Programme, with a budget of around €20 million, 60% of which is co-financed by the European Union, to be implemented between 2021 and 2030. The Regional Secretary also pointed out that, within the scope of the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project, “a series of complementary measures and interventions are planned, such as the installation of 40 charging stations for electric vehicles. This will contribute to the increased availability of public infrastructures and the demonstration of the use of electric vehicles for different purposes and services within the regional and local administration.” “We want the Azorean public administration to lead by example, adopting solutions that contribute to energy transition, carbon neutrality and sustainable development in the region,” concluded Alonso Miguel.
December 19, 2025
Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action strengthens operational fleet with acquisition of nine electric pick-up vehicles
The Regional Secretary for the Environment and Climate Action, Alonso Miguel, delivered five electric pick-up trucks today. They are part of a set of vehicles purchased to expand the operational fleet of the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action across all the islands of the archipelago. The remaining four vehicles are expected to arrive in January. According to the government official, "this is an investment of over €730,000, under a pilot action to promote the decarbonisation of regional public administration transport, integrated and co-financed by the LIFE IP CLIMAZ Project. "This significant investment, within the scope of the LIFE IP CLIMAZ Project, has led to the unprecedented introduction of electric vehicles of this type into the Regional Public Administration, specifically with their allocation to the Environment and Climate Action Services of the nine Azorean islands," he added. Alonso Miguel emphasised that "the acquisition of these vehicles represents another specific step towards the decarbonisation of the Regional Public Administration's vehicle fleet, intending to demonstrate that it is now possible to provide highly complex and demanding operational services using more sustainable technological solutions. The FOTON New e-Tuland 2025 PT electric pick-up trucks stand out for their robustness and versatility. These five-seater double-cab vehicles feature four doors and offer both comfort and functionality for operational work teams. They have an open metal cargo box with a useful volume of 1 m³ and a load capacity of up to 905 kg. The Regional Secretary added that these are "fully electric vehicles that contribute to reducing emissions and operating costs, integrating a 130 kW (177 hp) motor and an 88.6 kWh battery, with a range varying between 360 km in the WLTP combined cycle and 470 km in an urban environment, effectively meeting the daily needs of the operational services of this government." "The safety equipment on these vehicles includes ABS, stability and traction control systems, LED lights, power steering and practical solutions such as tow hooks and wall boxes for charging, reinforcing their professional and sustainable purpose," he continued. The Regional Secretary for the Environment explained that "the use of pick-up vehicles is essential for certain public administration departments, which involve more operational tasks. This initiative will allow us, for the first time, to assess the actual working capabilities and performance of electric vehicles of this type in demanding environments and conditions, namely rugged and uneven terrain, such as those where the operational services of the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action operate daily." “In addition to the direct environmental benefits, this measure contributes to reducing fleet operating and maintenance costs, while strengthening the consistency of regional public policies in the field of climate action and energy transition,” he added. Alonso Miguel pointed out that the new vehicles meet the goals set by the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project. They contribute directly to the implementation of one of the measures provided for in the Azores Regional Climate Change Programme, specifically measure TM3, which aims to promote the decarbonisation of the vehicle fleet in the Autonomous Region of the Azores. The Governor emphasised that the LIFE IP CLIMAZ Project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action, is a key element in the implementation of the Regional Climate Change Programme, with a budget of around €20 million, 60% of which is co-financed by the European Union, to be implemented between 2021 and 2030. The Regional Secretary also pointed out that, within the scope of the LIFE IP CLIMAZ project, “a series of complementary measures and interventions are planned, such as the installation of 40 charging stations for electric vehicles. This will contribute to the increased availability of public infrastructures and the demonstration of the use of electric vehicles for different purposes and services within the regional and local administration.” “We want the Azorean public administration to lead by example, adopting solutions that contribute to energy transition, carbon neutrality and sustainable development in the region,” concluded Alonso Miguel.
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."
