• Strengthen the National Electricity Transmission Network (RNT) by modernising and refurbishing the RNT infrastructure located near the Pego Power Station, through the construction of a new Switchyard and the dismantling of the current Pego Switchyard.
• Integrate three new photovoltaic production centres, strengthening the network's capacity to receive energy from renewable sources.
• Strengthen the resilience and stability of the RNT, in line with Portugal's climate and energy commitments.
• The project is part of the national energy transition strategy, promoting the enhancement of renewable production in the country, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and improving the electrical infrastructure in areas with high energy potential.

• Environmental study: In the EIA phase (public consultation underway)
• Public consultation: 23 September 2025 to 3 November 2025
• Environmental Impact Statement: ---
• Establishment licence: ---
• Contact with landowners: ---
• Construction: ---
• Completion of the project: ---

• Abrantes Switching Station, 400 kV  
• Dismantling of the Pego Switching Station (PC);
• Connection of the new Abrantes PC to the RNT - North Panels;
• Connection of the new Abrantes PC to the RNT - South Panels.
  
  

• Abrantes

União das Freguesias de São Miguel do Rio Torto e Rossio   

• Voltage level: 400 kV
• New Abrantes Cutting Station
• Dismantling of the Pego PC
• Construction of lines (5.3 km – 15 supports and 11.9 km – 31 supports)
• Dismantling of lines (25.6 km – 70 supports)