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Ordinance no. 221/2026 defines the new organization and core units of the Regional Directorate of Energy (DREN).
The Regional Government has approved the core structure of the Regional Directorate of Energy (DREN), aiming for modernization and efficiency in the management of the regional energy sector. The new structure comprises three core organic units:
The decree also defines that the maximum number of flexible organic units of DREN is set at five.
Pedro Gonçalves de Barros has been appointed head of the Territorial Monitoring and Landscape Division of the Regional Directorate for Territorial Planning. The one-year appointment takes effect on 1 October 2026.
The Region has authorised €263,898.6 in funding over six financial years for the sublease of Quinta Vila Passos in Funchal, which will house a public service. The expenditure will be covered by the budget of the Institute for Forests and Nature Conservation.
An amendment to the collective irrigation investment scheme requires beneficiaries to settle outstanding repayments of European funds or provide a guarantee. The order also sets a criterion concerning criminal convictions involving EAFRD and EAGF funds.