In the ” European Cities and Regions of the Future 2024″ ranking published by the Financial Times’ fDi Magazine, Tallinn has been placed among the top ten in two categories for European medium-sized cities. In the subcategories, Tallinn was particularly highly regarded in terms of employment participation rate, education level, knowledge and skills, as well… Continue reading Tallinn once again ranked among Europe’s top ten future cities
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Expansion of electric scooter parking areas to Kadriorg and Telliskivi planned
Following a successful pilot project in collaboration with electric scooter rental services Bolt and Tuul in central Tallinn last year, plans are underway to extend the designated parking areas for electric scooters to Kadriorg and Telliskivi this summer. The exact locations and number of parking spots will be finalized by May. Deputy Mayor Vladimir Svet noted that… Continue reading Expansion of electric scooter parking areas to Kadriorg and Telliskivi planned
Oil pollution cleanup to begin alongside Mustamäe tee
If the weather permits, the cleanup of environmental pollution that occurred decades ago in the park of the former Charlottenthal manor along Mustamäe tee will start in April. The cleanup plan is expected to be completed by mid-March, with the works lasting until June of the following year at the latest. Deputy Mayor Joosep Vimm noted… Continue reading Oil pollution cleanup to begin alongside Mustamäe tee
Outdated directional signs from streets to be removed
The city plans to gradually reduce street clutter by removing outdated and unnecessary directional signs, focusing instead on keeping only essential public institution or destination markers, while signs pointing to business locations will be phased out. Indrek Gailan, head of Tallinn Transport Department, explained that the goal of reducing signage is to declutter the urban… Continue reading Outdated directional signs from streets to be removed
Landscaping solution for Ristiku Street to be introduced to residents
The City of Tallinn is planning the reconstruction of Ristiku and Härjapea streets to transform the existing street space into a modern, greener, and more inclusive urban area. A public presentation of the landscaping solution for Ristiku Street will take place on Thursday, February 29, at 5:30 p.m. at Pelgulinna Gümnaasium (Mulla 7). “Prior to… Continue reading Landscaping solution for Ristiku Street to be introduced to residents
Separate collection of waste helps preserve environment and save on waste collection costs
Separate collection of waste is the only way to ensure better recycling opportunities for different types of waste, thereby saving both the environment and resources. Tallinn residents can dispose of separately collected packaging at their place of origin or at public packaging points. Deputy Mayor of Tallinn, Joosep Vimm, acknowledges that separate waste collection helps protect… Continue reading Separate collection of waste helps preserve environment and save on waste collection costs
Tallinn has accepted 21 Test in Tallinn projects
At the beginning of last year, Tallinn launched the Test in Tallinn programme, initiated by Mayor Mihhail Kõlvart, inviting companies to test new technologies in urban spaces and systems. The focus was on tests in urban mobility, renewable energy and energy saving. To date, a total of 37 test project applications have been received, of… Continue reading Tallinn has accepted 21 Test in Tallinn projects
Tallinn to upgrade trolleybus network and buy new battery-powered trolleybuses
Tallinn continues to develop its trolleybus network, with the reconstruction of the trolleybus network infrastructure and the acquisition of 40 new battery-powered trolleybuses planned over the next five to six years. The city government instructed AS Tallinna Linnatransport to start preparations for the necessary procurement. According to Mayor Mihhail Kõlvart, Tallinn has made a principled decision… Continue reading Tallinn to upgrade trolleybus network and buy new battery-powered trolleybuses
Tallinn stands out among the world’s cities with high quality of life index
Tallinn ranked 17th out of 195 cities in the world in the Numbeo Quality of Life Index 2024. The category assesses a range of factors affecting the quality of life, including purchasing power, pollution, housing affordability, cost of living, safety and climate conditions. The full Quality of Life Index ranking is available HERE. According to the… Continue reading Tallinn stands out among the world’s cities with high quality of life index
Tallinn to build five new cycling and pedestrian corridors
Up to five new railway crossings for pedestrians and cyclists will be built in Tallinn over the next three years. “The railway has become a major bottleneck in Tallinn’s pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, dividing districts and settlements,” said Tallinn Deputy Mayor Vladimir Svet. “If we want to motivate people to travel more sustainably, we need to… Continue reading Tallinn to build five new cycling and pedestrian corridors
Measures to increase safety around schools to be implemented
The initial phase of Tallinn’s “Safe School Route” (“Turvaline koolitee”) program is set to focus on 14 schools within the city, addressing safety challenges around school vicinities such as safe sidewalks, bike lanes, street crossings, parking areas, and the implementation of traffic calming measures. Over the coming years, the program is planned to expand, encompassing… Continue reading Measures to increase safety around schools to be implemented
The title of European Green Capital passes from Tallinn to Valencia
In a symbolic ceremony held yesterday, the city of Tallinn officially handed over the title of European Green Capital to Valencia. With that Tallinn bid farewell to a transformative year marked by sustainable achievements and innovation. “As the city of Tallinn bids farewell to our time as the European Green Capital, we are filled with… Continue reading The title of European Green Capital passes from Tallinn to Valencia