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Support for new investments in more capital-intensive hydroelectric facilities
Explanatory Note | Clarification regarding the repowering procedure
The Directorate-General for Energy and Geology promotes and cooperates in developing standards, regulations, and technical specifications for energy-use efficiency, monitors advances in end-use energy equipment, and promotes awareness of them.
- Energy Efficiency Company Registration - Decree-Law No. 68A Energy Service Companies (ESCOs)
Monthly trends in consumption of the main fossil fuels, based on a rolling-year analysis – August 2026.
Renewables: key statistics – August 2026
A monthly publication in pdf format, with activities develop by Directorate-General of Energy and Geology / A monthly publication in PDF format covering activities carried out by the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology.
This page brings together the main resources relating to the visual identity of the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology.
Decree-Law No. 130/2026 amends Decree-Law No. 15/2022, changing rules for renewable electricity generation, self-consumption, storage, and access to and connection with grids under the National Electricity System (SEN).
This area, which is part of the Directorate of Support Services and Resource Management, provides technical support to the services of the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology (DGEG) through:
Fuel Prices (since 2004)
Frequently Asked Questions about the Social Energy Tariff
Article 5 of Decree-Law No. 130/2014 provides for a Scientific Council within the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology to advise and support its action planning and the Director-General’s decisions on DGEG’s scientific activities.
The Directorate-General for Energy and Geology’s Code of Ethics and Conduct took effect on 30 June 2023.
The Directorate-General for Energy and Geology implemented the first measure of its 2021–2025 corruption-risk plan by establishing the Internal Audit Unit (UAI) and approving its statute; the unit’s team was appointed on 3 May 2023.
- Risk Management Plan for Corruption and Related Offences
(+351) 217 922 700 / 800 - call to the national landline network
The Directorate-General for Energy and Geology (DGRG) is the Portuguese public administration body whose mission is to contribute to the design, promotion and evaluation of policies relating to energy and geological resources, with a view to sustainable development and security of supply.
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), applicable across the European Union from 25 May 2018, introduced changes to organizations’ obligations and responsibilities for protecting personal data.
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INESC-ID contributes technical studies shaping Portugal’s **National Energy Storage Strategy (ENAE)**, a roadmap for expanding electricity storage capacity by 2040. The strategy includes an **Action Plan** developed alongside INESC TEC, guiding policy and infrastructure investments. Portugal’s government now invites public feedback on the proposed framework.
Sep 2026INESC-IDNews article
Portugal’s General-Directorate for Energy and Geology (DGEG) opens a public consultation to allocate grid connection capacity for high-demand electricity consumers. The process applies nationwide under Order No. 1135/2026, classifying the entire continental electricity grid as a *Zone of High Demand* (ZHD). Stakeholders can now submit input on capacity allocation rules for new or expanded facilities.
Feb 2026Andersen em PortugalNews article
Portugal establishes a tender procedure model and deadlines for submitting proposals to operationalize its offshore renewable energy auction. The process includes preparing tender documents to facilitate participation in the upcoming energy infrastructure initiative. The move aims to accelerate the development of offshore wind and other renewable energy projects in the region.
Apr 2025CuatrecasasNews article
Portugal’s Directorate-General for Energy and Geology issues updated regulatory orders under Decree-Law 15/2022. The measures clarify implementation requirements for energy sector policies, including licensing and compliance frameworks. The orders align with national energy transition goals.
Apr 2025cms.lawNews article
