To mark National Water Day, celebrated on October 1st, SMAS of Sintra surprised clients visiting the Sintra service counter by offering flavored tap water. The initiative aimed to foster a sense of closeness and emphasize the importance of this essential resource and its conscious use.
In addition to the environmental awareness campaign, SMAS of Sintra updated the decoration of their headquarters' service area with messages about efficient water use and proper disposal into the wastewater system.
Clients such as Sílvia Dias, Ernesto Lobato Pires, António Cláudio Nascimento, and Rosely Rose shared their experiences and daily water-saving habits, expressing confidence in tap water quality and adopting practices like shorter showers, water reuse, and green waste management.
The testimonials highlight the significance of simple gestures for conscious water use, contributing to the efficiency of natural resources. SMAS of Sintra thus reinforced their commitment to environmental awareness and valuing this vital resource.
In Portugal, the quality of water for human consumption remains excellent. According to the Annual Report on Water and Waste Services in Portugal 2026, the safe water indicator reached 99.69% in bulk supply systems and 98.84% at the consumer's tap. SMAS of Sintra makes water quality control results available on their website.
