Service group: Environment & nature
Biodiversity in Vantaa
A city’s human activity poses a threat to the survival of many species, but likewise creates many new opportunities for foreign species.
Child friendly Vantaa to receive an action plan of its own
Vantaa City Executive Board had its last meeting this year on December 12, 2021. The meeting ratified the City of Vantaa’s Child Friendly City 2022-2023 action plan, confirmed the results of the youth council election, and decided to apply for membership in the EU Commission’s 100 Climate-Neutral
The Environment Centre of Vantaa
The Environment Centre of Vantaa promotes the sustaining of healthy and safe environment and advances the residents' health and wellbeing.
The European Rising Innovative City
City of Vantaa is the European Rising Innovative City.
Climate action in Vantaa
Vantaa has set itself the goal of being a carbon-neutral city in 2030. The city’s resource-smart roadmap dictates Vantaa's environmental goals.
Environment and nature
Vantaa wants to be a carbon-neutral city where natural resources are used sparingly. As the local environmental authority, Vantaa provides environmental permits and monitors food safety.
Permits and announcements
Various permits are required to perform different activities in the municipality. Vantaa issues permits in its area for such activities as construction, event organisation, restaurant operations and the sale of tobacco products.
Urban Environment Department Customer Service
The Urban Environment Customer Service gives advice on matters such as town planning, construction and maps.
Housing and construction
The City of Vantaa is developing an attractive and safe living environment. The residents’ needs and environmental protection are taken into account in the development of the city.
The economy stimulated discussion in the City Council meeting
Vantaa City Council ratified on May 10, the city's financial statement and entered the 2020 evaluation report for information.