The host of the IPBN's Sustainability Conference, Chitra Stern, co-owner of Martinhal Resorts and the United Lisbon International School, shared insights on how sustainable business practices have been embedded into their developments in Portugal. She said, “My husband, Roman, and I came to Portugal 26 years ago for both business opportunities and lifestyle,” Stern recalled. “Building sustainability into our ventures has been a long-term priority.”

Stern also reflected on the challenges and achievements of the Martinhal Sagres Beach Resort, which opened in 2010, highlighting efforts such as preserving natural landscapes, installing solar panels in stages, capturing and recycling rainwater, and bringing positive investment to under-developed areas. Notable, Chitra and Roman Stern were given a special award from the Mayor of Vila do Bispo, Pr ...