Ermelo Orange Plantation in the power lines corridor, in Arcos de Valdevez

REN and the Union of the Parishes of São Jorge and Ermelo, in Arcos de Valdevez, planted over 1,350 Ermelo orange trees in the Power Transmission Lines’ corridor, in an area of about three hectares of the Baldios de São Jorge.

The planting of this native variety of orange trees, which are unique in the country, aligns with REN's commitment to protecting the forest from wildfires, and aims for the preservation and valorisation this traditional fruit of the region. With a history dating back to the 13th century, these oranges were introduced to this territory by the Benedictine Monks.