Tag: Forests
Forests are more than individual trees - Vantaa Light Rail compensates for the harm caused by construction to nature
We use an app to track the number of individual street trees that have been cut along the light rail route. This ensures that an equivalent number of new trees can be planted as close as possible to the original locations.
Explore nature
Head outdoors and explore Vantaa’s diverse nature! Go on a bike ride, relax on the beaches, explore local trails or take part in a guided nature hike.
Nature reserves
Nature reserves that maintain biodiversity throughout the city are an integral part of Vantaa's green network.
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.
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.