Benefits of stream naturalization Benefits of stream naturalization Flood control Ecological: improved wildlife habitats, better water quality, biodiversity, and fish migration. Social: increased recreational areas, improved aesthetics and well-being, and greater community engagement. Economic: ecotourism potential, reduced maintenance costs, and increased property value.

Giant Sequoias in Europe: Hungary, France, Spain and Portugal.

Recently, I visited the city of Guimarães, Portugal. This city is home to the "Horta de Guimarães," an urban allotment garden that was inaugurated in 2008. This garden is the most well-known in northern Portugal and features a network of over 500 small plots spread across 6 hectares, along with open recreational areas accessible to the public. The park offers numerous social and health benefits, including enhanced community well-being, improved physical and mental health, and

By Lilla Schottner, a friend of Quinta dos Ingleses Fig. 1. Area view of Quinta dos Ingleses This paper gives general information about the benefits of nature. Still, it was modified to show to the community of Carcavelos/Portugal and to the more extensive area of Cascais the importance of nature, as well as the unique relationship between the inhabitants of Carcavelos and Quinta dos Ingleses. These communities must realise the irreversible consequences of the destruction of

The average person discards 200 kg of food waste each year, and 1 kg of food waste can produce 0.5 kg of organic compost, which serves as a natural fertilizer for agriculture. Unfortunately, most food waste ends up in landfills or incinerators, emitting greenhouse gases and contributing to climate change, while also polluting the land, air, and waterways. Research indicates that the proximity of landfills is associated with an increased risk of cancer. A significant portion o