
AGEAS COOLJAZZ is committed to collaborating with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C, as per the agreement established in Paris. That’s why, for many years, we have been actively working on various fronts across the three pillars of sustainability:


Carbono Zero
The total CO2 compensation for 2025 totaled 79,7 tons, which includes the operation of Ageas Cooljazz, artist travel, and the transportation of partners and food vendors.
In partnership with Ponto Verde Serviços, the carbon sequestration project was developed in Covilhã, at Quinta da França, a mixed forest of black oak and maritime pine, where natural regeneration was the method of installation. Zero Carbon Report 2025 /
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Eco-cup
During the event, a total of 40,696 reusable cups were used. Of these, 24,967 cups were sold, resulting in an average of 1.63 drinks per cup sold / here
Tables and benches made from recycled plastic bottles.
The festival's LOUNGE is equipped with tables and benches made from recycled plastic bottles.
Vegetarian and Vegan Food
The festival's food court offers various street food options, including vegetarian and vegan dishes. / here

Waste Management
Through a partnership with the Cascais Municipality, the festival is able to manage its waste efficiently.
/Waste Separation: In 2025, the following amounts were recycled: paper (3,900kg), plastic (4,400kg), glass (6,000kg), and non-recyclable waste (18,000kg).
/ Coffee Capsules: In 2025, 20kg of coffee capsules were recycled.
/Organic Waste: In 2025, 1,300kg of organic waste was collected and properly processed.
Local Economy
The festival encourages the use of local hotels, restaurants, and leisure activities to boost the local economy and reduce the carbon footprint.

Restricted Mobility and Accessibility
The festival provides conditions and accessibility for spectators with special needs.
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Zero Waste
In partnership with “Refood”, over 100 kg of surplus food were collected in 2025, preventing waste and allowing the donation of 116 recovered meals. This generated an economic value of over €930 and positively impacted 60 local families.
Promotion of New Portuguese Jazz Artists
The Ageas Cooljazz Talent Contest by Smooth FM offers a prize for three winning groups, which includes performing at Ageas Cooljazz on the “Cascais Jazz Sessions by Smooth FM” stage. This project amplifies the promotion of these artists, in association with Ageas Cooljazz and Smooth FM, bringing recognition within the Portuguese music industry.
Free Concert
Cascais Lazy Sundays
Free access concerts are held in the Jardim da Parada, where DJs and prominent figures from the Portuguese music and culture industry perform on Sunday afternoons during the month of July.
Affordable Concerts
Residents of Cascais who are holders of the Viver Cascais Card and internal employees of the Ageas Group receive a discount when purchasing tickets for Ageas Cooljazz.
Curricular Internships
We promoted a program in partnership with ETIC – School of Technologies, Innovation and Creation and ESHTE – Higher School of Hospitality and Tourism of Estoril, within the scope of the Event Management and Production courses.
In this edition, 25 interns from ETIC and ESHTE joined the festival teams, gaining hands-on experience in a real-world context and developing key skills for their professional future.
This program encourages good labor practices and a healthy learning environment, contributing to the training of new talent and to the growth of a more skilled cultural and creative industry.
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