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Tallinn hosted a day at COP28 at the Estonian pavilion, involving international organizations as well as various Tallinn-based companies and universities. The programme was a deep dive into the challenges and solutions in urbanization, transport, and the environment. “The key of practical solutions to decarbonization and a sustainable future lies often in cities, where also… Continue reading Tallinn participated in the UN Climate Change Conference COP28

Projects aiming to add more greenery to the city and facilities promoting active lifestyles emerged as the winners in Tallinn’s 2024 participatory budget vote. One million euros have been set aside in the budget for the realization of these projects. Mayor Mihhail Kõlvart expressed gratitude to all Tallinn residents who participated in the participatory budget process,… Continue reading Next year’s participatory budget to add more greenery and sports opportunities in the city

During this year’s final free large waste disposal week from November 20-26, Tallinn’s waste treatment plants received seven times more large waste than in a typical week of November. Throughout the year, residents brought a total of 5,592.17 cubic meters of waste to the waste treatment plants, equivalent to approximately 70 truckloads of large waste.… Continue reading Nearly seven times more large waste brought during campaign week

Tallinn, the European Green Capital 2023, is participating this week as the official partner of the Estonian delegation in the UN Climate Change Conference COP28. This provides an opportunity to showcase what the Estonian capital has already achieved in sustainability and share its experiences with other cities and countries. On Wednesday, December 6th, Tallinn has… Continue reading Tallinn participates in the UN Climate Change Conference COP28

During the darkest time of the year, Tallinn – European Green Capital 2023 invites you to experience five light installations on urban nature and space in your hometown, where light and music intertwine. Performances will take place from December 1st to 3rd in the Old Town at five different locations: Performance “Imagine” at 4:30 PM… Continue reading “WILDLY BRIGHT” – EUROPEAN GREEN CAPITAL LIGHT SHOWS

The fourth participatory budgeting idea collection initiative in Tallinn has concluded successfully, with 492 ideas submitted, out of which 149 proposals have been selected for public voting. Residents can cast their votes for their favorite proposals starting Monday, November 20, until December 3, 2023.  Mayor Mihhail Kõlvart encourages all Tallinn residents to participate in the voting process… Continue reading 149 proposals from Tallinn’s participatory budgeting initiative advance to public voting

Today, the international conference on green governance “Changing Course: empowering sustainability through green governance” took place at the Tallinn Creative Hub. Over 24 representatives from 10 countries participated. As the European Green Capital for 2023, Tallinn has set green governance as a priority, emphasizing inclusive, sustainable, and climate-resilient urban management. In the opening speech of… Continue reading Sustainable governance and green procurements were discussed at Tallinn’s green governance conference

During the last two weekends of October, city residents handed over more than 23,930.90 kg of hazardous waste and 107 cubic meters of usable items. Household hazardous waste can be handed over free of charge throughout the year at six hazardous waste collection points across the city and at four waste stations. “Every spring and… Continue reading During the autumn collection rounds, city residents brought in over 23 tons of hazardous waste.

On Thursday, November 16, the conference “Driving change: empowering sustainability through green governance” will take place at the Kultuurikatel as part of Tallinn’s Green Technology Week. The aim of the conference is to bring together cities around the Baltic Sea and beyond, companies, and experts to discuss environmentally friendly public procurement, as well as support for… Continue reading An International Green Governance conference will take place in Tallinn

From 14 to 17 November, the European Green Capital 2023 will host its flagship event – NEXPO Tallinn, the biggest green technology exhibition in the history of Estonia. The main exhibition area is focused on green innovation and will showcase nearly 80 exhibitors from around the world, presenting the most ambitious solutions for a more… Continue reading European Green Capital 2023 opens greentech exhibition – NEXPO Tallinn