The Town Hall Square summer park will be opened again at the beginning of June

The Town Hall Square summer park, which was first established last year in “Green Tracks” project, will be opened again : at the beginning of May, benches, a stage and pavilions will be brought to the square, and the park will be in full greenery by the beginning of June. “We are happy that the… Continue reading The Town Hall Square summer park will be opened again at the beginning of June

Three new innovation projects selected for Test in Tallinn program

Tallinn offers both Estonian and international companies the opportunity to test their sustainable and smart city-compatible products and services in the city. In the latest round of the Test in Tallinn program, seven applications were evaluated, with three selected to move forward to the testing phase soon. Kalle Killar, City Enterprise Director in Tallinn, stated… Continue reading Three new innovation projects selected for Test in Tallinn program

New animal and plant species are found in Tallinn every year

In the last few years, new lichen, orchid, bird and insect species have been found in Tallinn, which are first finds for Tallinn or Estonia. A couple of their species are complete rarities even for Northern Europe. In the last couple of years, two new bird species, two new lichens, two new orchids and one… Continue reading New animal and plant species are found in Tallinn every year

Muddy trails upgraded to paved sidewalks across the city

The Tallinn Urban Environment and Public Works Department is set to construct sidewalks at 30 locations across the city, replacing informal trails or old paved sidewalks now in poor condition. Deputy Mayor Vladimir Svet explained that these are popular routes among residents where proper sidewalks have been lacking, and people have predominantly used paths across green areas.… Continue reading Muddy trails upgraded to paved sidewalks across the city

Topping-out ceremony celebrated at Lilleküla Circular Economy Center

Yesterday, the topping-out ceremony was celebrated at the Lilleküla Circular Economy Center, where Deputy Mayor Joosep Vimm and Tallinn Waste Center Director Rein Kalle removed the ceremonial wreath. The center is set to open in the fall. Deputy Mayor Joosep Vimm emphasized Tallinn’s goal to promote the circulation of materials and create convenient options for residents. “The Circular… Continue reading Topping-out ceremony celebrated at Lilleküla Circular Economy Center

Laikmaa Street’s revamp: new design and more greenery

As part of the Old City Harbour tramway construction, the urban space solution for Laikmaa Street is set to introduce a balanced mobility environment, more greenery, and convenient public transport infrastructure. “As promised, in addition to the new tram line, the entire surrounding urban space will undergo a renovation, and I am pleased that these… Continue reading Laikmaa Street’s revamp: new design and more greenery

The city wants one month extra time to process the proposals of the Citizens’ Assembly

The steering group of the Citizens’ Assembly met on March 27 and decided that they would like at least a month of additional time to finish their work and decide how the responsibility for implementing the proposals will be distributed in the city and in which budget period the necessary work can be planned. Initially,… Continue reading The city wants one month extra time to process the proposals of the Citizens’ Assembly

Koidu Street architectural competition winner prioritizes local community

Last summer, Tallinn launched a public architectural competition seeking a concept for Koidu Street as both a residential street and the main thoroughfare of the Uue-Maailma district. The winning entry, titled “Kohalik (Local),” was designed by the architects Tristan Krevald, Ra Martin Puhkan, Siim Tanel Tõnisson, and Madis Eek of OÜ Stuudio Täna. Deputy Mayor Vladimir… Continue reading Koidu Street architectural competition winner prioritizes local community

Large waste dropped off at stations nearly 1500 times during campaign week

During the first large waste collection campaign of the year, which took place from March 18 to 24, nearly 1,355 cubic meters of large waste were brought to Tallinn’s waste stations. Deputy Mayor Joosep Vimm was pleased with the results of the first campaign week. “Throughout the week, the city’s waste stations received nearly 1,500 large waste… Continue reading Large waste dropped off at stations nearly 1500 times during campaign week

Tallinn waste stations switch to summer hours

Rahumäe jäätmejaam

Starting April 1, all Tallinn waste treatment plants will switch to their summer schedule. The Pääsküla, Rahumäe, Paljassaare, and Pärnamäe waste treatment plants will be open from 12.00 to 20.00 on weekdays and from 10.00 to 18.00 on weekends starting from the beginning of April. The waste treatment plants accept unlimited quantities of old paper… Continue reading Tallinn waste stations switch to summer hours

Spring cleaning on the streets has begun

The spring cleaning in Tallinn has started, and by mid-April, it is planned to clear the remaining leaves, winter road maintenance residue, and debris raised by studded tires from the city roads and streets. First, pedestrian and bicycle paths and public transport stops will be cleaned of granite chips, while cleaning on roads is happening… Continue reading Spring cleaning on the streets has begun

Tallinn improves breeding conditions for frogs at Astangu

At the end of March, maintenance work will begin on the ponds located along Astangu Street to improve light conditions and water quality, ensuring better breeding conditions for amphibians. The Astangu area is the largest and most diverse habitat for amphibians in Tallinn, home to four of the five amphibian species found in the city.… Continue reading Tallinn improves breeding conditions for frogs at Astangu