AdEPorto

AdEPorto is the energy agency of the Porto Metropolitan Area. The agency is a non-profit private association with a Public Utility status that was established in 2007 and leads energy and climate strategies and policies at the municipal level, with a focus on a just and sustainable transition.  

Located North of the Douro River, AdEPorto aggregates 10 municipalities and 22 other associated institutions, both private and public. These institutions represent different sectors, including energy, water and waste utilities, technological institutes, consumer associations, professional associations, and universities. The agency covers a population of over 1 million people and an area of around 1,000 km2.  

Mission 

The agency’s mission is to promote innovation, as well as the exercise of good practices and examples to be followed by policy decision makers, citizens and other relevant stakeholders, contributing to the sustainable development of the region. 

AdEPorto aims to be a leading organisation in addressing energy issues in the municipal domain, contributing to the transition to more efficient and sustainable energy systems. The agency’s values are: Innovation, Cooperation, Responsibility, and Commitment towards sustainability 

AdEPorto is also a EU Covenant of Mayors Supporter, promoting the initiative, mobilising, and supporting the municipalities to reach the Covenant’s objectives. 

Activities  

The Agency’s activities and services include:  

• Cooperating with and providing technical support to municipalities in the implementation and development of energy and climate strategies and action plans. 

• Promoting the diffusion of innovative concepts and technologies for the efficient use of energy and local resources. 

• Promoting and disseminating technical, legal, financial, and economic information among energy users and ensuring necessary training is provided in the agency’s areas of expertise.