Grenoble starts as 2022 European Green Capital
Source: European Commission On January 15th, the French city of Grenoble will officially become the European Green Capital for 2022, taking over from...
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Compared to 2020, Tallinn saw 92% increase in domestic tourism this summer
In the business sector during the past year, supporting commercial operators affected by COVID-19 restrictions was a main priority for Tallinn. Various circular economy projects were also launched.
Covid prevention point on Vabaduse Square to offer free rapid testing from December 26
From Sunday 26 December, free rapid antigen testing is provided at the vaccination, counselling and testing centre in Tallinn's Vabaduse Square. The service is intended as an additional preventive measure to reduce the risks of infection before meeting elderly people or people at high risk.
Tallinn deploys LED lights, saves hundreds of thousands yearly
Tallinn has been consistently replacing sodium street lights with modern LED street lights in recent years, saving hundreds of thousands of euros per year in both maintenance and electricity.
Kindergarten fees to remain unchanged for Tallinn residents
The Tallinn City Government has proposed that the City Council amend regulations so that the rate of the parent’s share in kindergarten fees would stay at its current level for residents of Tallinn.
Tallinners will be able to apply for energy price rebate from mid-January
Applications for benefits to mitigate the rise in electricity, gas and district heating costs in Tallinn will be accepted from mid-January at the latest.
Tallinn budget 2022 to endorse smart city projects and green transition
In the field of enterprise, Tallinn's 2022 budget will fund smart city projects and support the green transition process, including the creation of a circular economy centre for advising businesses.
Tallinn to sell thirty-six old buses at auction
As Tallinn’s public transport is transitioning over to more environmentally friendly natural gas powered buses, the city transport company Tallinna Linnatransport (TLT) is auctioning 36 diesel-powered city buses.
Tallinn Day will create plenty of floral beauty in the urban space
The second day of the Tallinn Day program, 14 May, will be dedicated to the city districts, which will organize several exciting events. One of the highlights of the spring season will be the flower-planting workshops in the districts of Kesklinn, Haabersti, Nõmme, Kristiine, Lasnamäe, and Põhja-Tallinn.
The innovation fund is investing 100,000 euros in smart city solutions. Candidates can submit their applications until 15 September.
The Tallinnovation innovation competition is organised jointly by the city of Tallinn and the Tehnopol Science and Business Park with the aim of finding smart city solutions that will improve the services and the environment of the city for residents and visitors. A record 100,000 euros is available for investment in smart city solutions this year.