Tartu
#DemonstrationCity
Tartu is the capital and largest city of Tartu County in South-Estonia with a population of around 98,000 people. The city government of Tartu operates under the political leadership of a Mayor and five Deputy Mayors. Tartu has been at the forefront of sustainability in Estonia with ambitious environmental and sustainability goals, and by regularly piloting and launching various innovations.
Territorial Implementation Overview
The areas contributing to the implementation process.
City Overview
Tartu is a Demonstration City, working on urban greening and regeneration to strengthen climate resilience and quality of life. By integrating co-creation, youth engagement and nature-based solutions, Tartu is developing inclusive approaches to transform public spaces and support sustainable urban development.
Local Focus & Challenges
Tartu faces climate challenges such as heat stress and changing precipitation patterns, with vulnerable neighbourhoods often lacking access to quality green spaces.
ClimaGen supports Tartu in integrating co-creation, innovation and youth engagement into local regeneration strategies.
Key Actions in ClimaGen
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Urban greening and regeneration measures
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Youth engagement and educational activities
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Co-creation with communities
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Nature-based solutions for resilience
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Cross-city learning and exchange
Local Partners
ClimaGen in Tartu is led by the municipality and supported by local universities, research organisations, civil society groups and innovation partners.
Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech)
TalTech is the leading technical university in the region with around 2200 employees and 9900 students who study on ~80 study programmes. The Urban Water Systems research group focuses on water systems modelling, risk assessments, mitigation and adaptation measures and strategies, digital tools for data-based decision support systems and smart and nature-based water solutions.
Institute of Baltic Studies
The Institute of Baltic Studies (IBS) is Estonia’s oldest independent think tank, with over 30 years of expertise in policy analysis and research. A trusted long-term partner to both the public and private sectors, IBS delivers evidence-based insights and practical solutions, focusing mostly on policy research and analysis, and local and international projects.
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